Global ocean sea surface temperatures are tracking toward record highs in 2025–2026 as oceans continue accumulating excess heat at an accelerated pace, according to institutional climate data. The claim comes from a published climate scientist at Climate Central who regularly analyzes NOAA and satellite datasets. The post is not claiming absolute all-time records — it specifies "for this time of year," which is a precise seasonal benchmark that aligns with current data trends showing above-average SSTs globally through April 2026. The webinar invitation provides context for follow-up engagement rather than a separate factual claim.