The other thread we have temporarily hidden as we try and figure out the root cause of the slowdowns on the new software. The huge mega threads seem to cause some issues. Hopefully we figure it out soon.
In the meantime,
Both extent and area are currently 4th lowest. Though area is threatening to fall to the 6th over the next few days if the losses remain mundane.
Update:
On 7/1, the NSIDC SIA sootd at 7.07 million sq km. Here's how other years compared on the same date:
2021: -70k
2020: -510k
2019: -450k
2018: +320k
2017: +10k
2016: -240k
2015: +130k
2014: +260k
2013: +340k
2012: -650k
2011: -210k
2010: -380k
2009:+640k
2008: +220k
2007: -400k
For the minimum Sea ICe Area prediction, we can use prior years' melt out from July 1st onward to estimate how this tear w