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Probable Futures

Climate maps showing how heat, water and drought change with warming

Coverage
Worldwide
Updates
Archive
Price
Free
Sign-up
Not needed
View
Flat map

What is Probable Futures?

Probable Futures maps how the climate could change at different levels of global warming, such as 1.5, 2 and 3 °C: hot days, humid heat, precipitation, drought and more.

It is designed for the public rather than scientists, with clear explanations beside each map.

What you can do

  • Warming scenario maps
  • Heat, water and dryness indicators
  • Plain-language explanations

The details

Coverage
Worldwide
Updates
Static archive
Data source
CMIP climate model ensembles
Made by
Probable Futures (non-profit)
Price
Free
Account
No account needed
On phones
Works well on phones
Map view
Flat map

Tips for using Probable Futures

  • Switch between warming levels to see how local conditions change.

Who it is for

Probable Futures is especially useful for students, teachers and journalists.

Questions about Probable Futures

Is Probable Futures free?

Yes. Probable Futures is free to use.

Do I need an account to use Probable Futures?

No. You can open the map and use it without signing up.

How often is Probable Futures updated?

It is an archive: the content is historical and does not change often.

Where does Probable Futures get its data?

CMIP climate model ensembles.

Can I use Probable Futures on my phone?

Yes. The website works well in a phone browser.

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