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April 14, 2026

The Earth in 250 Million Years: Map Reveals Where It Would Be Easier to Survive in the Future

Elon Musk's developed tool recreated what the planet would be like at the end of this century. Photo: iStock

The Earth in 250 Million Years: Map Reveals Where It Would Be Easier to Survive in the Future

TL;DR

  • Earth is projected to form a new supercontinent, "Pangea Ultima" or "Pangea Proxima", in 250 million years.
  • Current oceans will drastically change, with some potentially disappearing and others transforming.
  • Global temperatures are expected to rise, with some regions exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, creating hostile environments.
  • The interior of the supercontinent will be arid with water scarcity and high volcanic activity.
  • Regions at higher latitudes on the continent's edges may offer more moderate conditions, serving as climate refuges.
  • The extreme conditions could lead to a new mass extinction event, comparable to past biological crises.
  • The Earth is presented as a dynamic system in constant transformation, with continents, oceans, and climates being transient stages.