In mid-December 2022, data from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS) shows that this 2022 ozone hole followed a peculiar pattern, similar to those of the two previous years in which the hole developed later, and closed much later as well.

The 2020 ozone hole followed a similar pattern and was the longest-lived on record, closing on 28 December. In 2021, the 8th largest ozone hole extended until 23 December.

But with ozone depleting substance levels decreasing, what could be driving the recent large ozone holes?
Read about what CAMS scientists are analysing for answers and what the polar vortex might have to do with it all here: [ Ссылка ]

Check out CAMS ozone forecasts here: [ Ссылка ]

CAMS is implemented by the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) on behalf of the European Commission, the executive of the European Union.

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