Meridional oceanic heat transport in the Atlantic Ocean (In: State of the Climate in 2013) (original) (raw)

This study updates the meridional overturning circulation (MOC) estimates in the Atlantic Ocean, analyzing data collected between 2011 and 2013 from various latitudes (16°N, 26°N, and 41°N). The findings reveal a decreasing trend in MOC at 26°N, while data from 16°N indicates a possible increase in southward flow. Seasonal and interannual variability are highlighted, with the MOC exhibiting significant fluctuations across different latitudes. The implications of these trends for global climate patterns and oceanic heat transport are discussed.