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Map of average sea surface temperatures for March 1991-2020, centered on the tropical Pacific, showing a reduced 'cold tongue' around the Galapagos Islands.

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Average sea surface temperatures during March over the 1991-2020 period. Darker shading indicates comparatively cooler temperatures and brighter shading indicates warmer temperatures. Map by Climate.gov based on analysis by M. L'Heureux.