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Global Surface Water Explorer

Time machine for surface water change over decades with occurrence, seasonality, and change layers.

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Communicate climate projections by scenario and year

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Global Surface Water Explorer
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Global Surface Water Explorer — Climate and Projections interactive map

Time machine for surface water change over decades with occurrence, seasonality, and change layers.

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Highlights

  • Time machine for surface water change over decades with occurrence, seasonality, and change layers.
  • Global Surface Water Explorer is an interactive climate and projections map with layered views you can filter.
  • Runs in the browser so you can zoom, compare, and share links quickly.

What it's good for

  • Communicate climate projections by scenario and year
  • Explain warming, precipitation, or sea-level impacts to stakeholders
  • Export figures for slide decks, reports, or lessons

Quick start

  • Open the map and move the view to your area of interest.
  • Toggle layers or filters to focus on the topic you need.
  • Save the link or grab a screenshot to share findings.

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