National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U S Department of Commerce Enter Search Terms May 2025 was the 2nd-warmest on record for the globe Both poles saw below-average sea ice coverage istock Explore NOAA Scientists forecast average summer 'dead zone' for Gulf of America
About our agency - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA’s mission to better understand our natural world and help protect its precious resources extends beyond national borders to monitor global weather and climate, and work with partners around the world Our agency holds key leadership roles in shaping international ocean, fisheries, climate, space and weather policies
Weather | National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Weather Service (NWS) provides weather, hydrologic, and climate forecasts and warnings for the United States, its territories, adjacent waters and ocean areas, for the protection of life and property and the enhancement of the national economy
Our mission, values and vision | National Oceanic and Atmospheric . . . A photo mosaic comprising a large NOAA logo with ocean and mountains near Port Orford, Oregon, in the distance (Image credit: NOAA ) , NOAA's Mission: Science Service Stewardship 1 To understand and predict changes in climate, weather, oc
Climate - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration The Climate focus area is a gateway to NOAA climate information Explore resources and opportunities from across NOAA's mission areas that promote understanding of climate science and climate-related events that affect us all
All news | National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration U S Department of Commerce Enter Search Terms All news 711 items NOAA supports student science excellence at 3 major competitions June 17, 2025 Focus areas: Education Offices: Office of Education Programs: Outreach May 2025 was 2nd-warmest on record for the globe
Research | National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA’s Oceanic and Atmospheric Research (OAR) or "NOAA Research" provides the research foundation for understanding the complex systems that support our planet Working in partnership with other parts of NOAA, OAR enables better forecasts, earlier warnings for natural disasters, and a greater understanding of the Earth
NOAAs National Ocean Service The National Ocean Service (NOS) translates science, tools, and services into action, to address threats to coastal areas such as climate change, population growth, port congestion, and contaminants in the environment, all working towards healthy coasts and healthy economies
Ocean Coasts - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration The National Ocean Service helps decision makers find solutions We are the nation’s leader in observing, measuring, assessing, protecting, and managing coastal, ocean, and Great Lakes areas Go to the National Ocean Service site