August 5 may be shortest day ever: Earth spins faster; air pressure to blame

by Carbonmedia
()

On August 5, 2025, Earth is expected to experience a slightly shorter day, approximately 1.34 milliseconds less than 24 hours. This phenomenon is attributed to changes within the Earth’s core and atmospheric fluctuations. While imperceptible to humans, this acceleration could impact precise timekeeping systems like atomic clocks and GPS networks, requiring adjustments to maintain synchronization.

How useful was this post?

Click on a star to rate it!

Average rating / 5. Vote count:

No votes so far! Be the first to rate this post.

Related Articles

Leave a Comment