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What is Sea Surface Temperature?

Sea Surface Temperature Measured or satellite-derived temperature of ocean top centimetre, critical for routing, icing and cyclogenesis forecasts.

Source: IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

How is “Sea Surface Temperature” Used in Practice?

MetOcean centre reports sea surface temperature rising to 30 Celsius in Gulf of Aden, increasing piracy-prone convection risk for next 48 hours.

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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What is Sea Surface Temperature?

Measured or satellite-derived temperature of ocean top centimetre, critical for routing, icing and cyclogenesis forecasts.

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