The vanishing Arctic sea ice also affects the atmosphere. Less ice reflects less sunlight, and more open ocean absorbs more heat, which is then released into the atmosphere, affecting wind and pressure patterns throughout the northern hemisphere.
北极海冰消失也影响到大气状况。冰盖消融导致阳光反射能力减弱，新增的大片海洋面积吸纳更多热量并释放进大气层，进而对北半球的风力和气压造成影响。