El Niño is raising fresh concerns over flooding as changing weather patterns threaten to intensify rainfall in vulnerable regions. Experts warn that the climate phenomenon could influence rainfall distribution and increase the risk of extreme weather. Authorities are monitoring conditions as communities prepare for potential flooding and related disruptions.


El-Nino adds to concerns over flooding

El Nino has led water in the Eastern Pacific to expand so much that the levels have now climbed as high as 1.3 feet, according to data from NASA’s Sentinel-6 satellite. Researchers with NASA’s Scientific Visualization Studio have flagged this rise, which has happened because of the weather phenomenon.&nbsp;Climate researchers have warned that these warm waters will further fuel the upcoming storm season. The tides are already abnormally high this year because of the gravitational effects of the Moon’s 18.6-year lunar nodal cycle, making matters worse. A new study, which is being peer-reviewed, has forecast a tenfold rise in "extreme sea-level risk" along coastlines from Alaska to Chile during the 2026-27 El Niño.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/expert-says-el-nino-has-him-officially-concerned-ahead-of-winter-season-1791452123592">'Warning lights are flashing': Strongest El Nino since 1950 will turn the world red</a>&nbsp;Study coauthor Thomas Monahan, a research fellow at Oxford, told New Scientist that this is already being seen in California, where "major flooding is occurring in the aftermath of tropical storm Rachel." He further warned that “the biggest peaks in the tides are expected to occur during Thanksgiving week and Christmas week.”<h2>Tides and El Niño</h2>The study focused on understanding how current tidal conditions and Super El Niño might impact coastal communities. Researchers from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in Massachusetts and the University of Central Florida were also part of the study. They also took into account the variables that differentiate this year's El Niño from other strong historic El Niño seasons, like the one from 1877 to 1878.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/el-nino-2026-heats-up-to-become-strongest-in-1-000-years-1790137227186">El Niño 2026 heats up to become strongest in 1,000 years</a>&nbsp;Their calculations showed that these factors "may produce 99th percentile extremes in up to half of all high waters at some sites with potential major flooding and ecological impacts." Researchers compared these disasters to extreme events projected to happen in the near future. Under standard climate frameworks, such as the UN IPCC’s Shared Socio-economic Pathways, these levels of impact weren't expected until 40 or 50 years from now.&nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/short-videos/el-nino-set-to-intensify-could-persist-until-february-2027-un-weather-agency-warns-1791529516166/embed&nbsp;They cited evidence which shows that sea levels rise more steeply during really strong El Niño events, adding that this is part of the reason for this high risk.&nbsp;El Nino brought extreme temperatures to almost all parts of the world this year. The oceans have heated up, with the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) stating that the sea-surface temperature anomalies have reached significantly elevated levels across the tropical Pacific. It is yet to peak, which will happen in November-December, with models predicting that the effects will be felt well into 2027.

El Nino has heated the Pacific to extreme levels, and satellite images show that the waters have expanded and extended as high as 1.3 feet. Potential major flooding not expected for 50 to 60 years could be seen now.

El Nino has led water in the Eastern Pacific to expand so much that the levels have now climbed as high as 1.3 feet, according to data from NASA’s Sentinel-6 satellite. Researchers with NASA’s Scientific Visualization Studio have flagged this rise, which has happened because of the weather phenomenon. Climate researchers have warned that these warm waters will further fuel the upcoming storm season. The tides are already abnormally high this year because of the gravitational effects of the Moon’s 18.6-year lunar nodal cycle, making matters worse. A new study, which is being peer-reviewed, has forecast a tenfold rise in "extreme sea-level risk" along coastlines from Alaska to Chile during the 2026-27 El Niño. Also Read: 'Warning lights are flashing': Strongest El Nino since 1950 will turn the world red Study coauthor Thomas Monahan, a research fellow at Oxford, told New Scientist that this is already being seen in California, where "major flooding is occurring in the aftermath of tropical storm Rachel." He further warned that “the biggest peaks in the tides are expected to occur during Thanksgiving week and Christmas week.” Tides and El Niño The study focused on understanding how current tidal conditions and Super El Niño might impact coastal communities. Researchers from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in Massachusetts and the University of Central Florida were also part of the study. They also took into account the variables that differentiate this year's El Niño from other strong historic El Niño seasons, like the one from 1877 to 1878. Also Read: El Niño 2026 heats up to become strongest in 1,000 years Their calculations showed that these factors "may produce 99th percentile extremes in up to half of all high waters at some sites with potential major flooding and ecological impacts." Researchers compared these disasters to extreme events projected to happen in the near future. Under standard climate frameworks, such as the UN IPCC’s Shared Socio-economic Pathways, these levels of impact weren't expected until 40 or 50 years from now. https://www.wionews.com/short-videos/el-nino-set-to-intensify-could-persist-until-february-2027-un-weather-agency-warns-1791529516166/embed They cited evidence which shows that sea levels rise more steeply during really strong El Niño events, adding that this is part of the reason for this high risk. El Nino brought extreme temperatures to almost all parts of the world this year. The oceans have heated up, with the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) stating that the sea-surface temperature anomalies have reached significantly elevated levels across the tropical Pacific. It is yet to peak, which will happen in November-December, with models predicting that the effects will be felt well into 2027.

El Nino has heated the Pacific to extreme levels, and satellite images show that the waters have expanded and extended as high as 1.3 feet. Potential major flooding not expected for 50 to 60 years could be seen now.

Study warns of extreme coastal flooding 50 years in advance, thanks to El Nino

Telangana is facing growing concerns over water availability as changing weather patterns and the potential effects of El Niño raise questions about rainfall, temperatures, and water security. El Niño, a climate phenomenon involving warmer-than-average sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, can influence global wind patterns and rainfall distribution. These changes may affect monsoon behaviour, agricultural output, reservoir levels, and drinking water supplies in parts of India.

Telangana water crisis: El Nino shifts global winds, temperatures and rainfall 

A potential Super El Nino is drawing attention as unusually warm ocean temperatures raise questions about the future of global weather patterns. El Nino, a natural climate phenomenon involving warmer-than-average sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific Ocean, can influence rainfall, droughts, heatwaves, and storm activity around the world. If a strong event develops, it could intensify existing weather extremes and affect agriculture, water supplies, and vulnerable communities. Scientists are monitoring ocean conditions and climate forecasts to assess the likelihood and potential strength of the event. 

A super El Nino is brewing: Record-breaking ocean heat could change weather worldwide 

A climate scientist has issued a stark warning about El Niño, saying the winter season this year in California could be unprecedented. Forecast models have warned of an extremely wet winter in the state this year. "We’ve never seen an event this big before in the context of our rapidly warming climate … The warning lights are flashing,” &nbsp;Daniel Swain, a climate scientist at UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, wrote on social media.&nbsp;He added, “Based on what I am seeing now, I am officially concerned." Swain said there is a high chance of destructive weather slamming California, with El Niño being the catalyst. Several US states are at risk of receiving extreme snowfall this year because of the weather phenomenon that has wreaked havoc in the world in 2026. "I’ve never seen such high predictive confidence in a very wet California winter,” he added.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/el-ni-o-winter-6-us-states-facing-heavy-snowfall-expert-warns-1788945692662">El Niño winter: 6 US states facing heavy snowfall, expert warns</a><h2>El Niño will keep getting stronger</h2>World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said in its latest prediction that El Niño will become stronger before its peak in December. A majority of the globe will witness extreme temperatures and rainfall in October-November-December 2026. "El Niño is firmly established and strengthening rapidly. WMO forecasts indicate a near-100 per cent likelihood that it will persist through February 2027, potentially being one of the strongest since at least 1950,” said WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo.&nbsp;&nbsp;The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration previously said that sea surface temperatures in the tropical Pacific have reached 3 degrees Celsius above average. El Niño is not nearly done yet, and the effects will be felt well into the next year. NOAA said El Niño will continue to strengthen. It would reach historic levels and could smash all records linked to El Niños going as far back as 1950.&nbsp;Meteorologists have shared striking maps showing almost the entire world in red, suggesting extremely hot conditions will wrap most of the world.<h2>Extreme rainfall and flooding in California</h2>The odds of "dangerous weather and coastal conditions, including flash floods, burn scar debris flows, severe thunderstorms with damaging winds and tornadoes, coastal flooding, beach erosion and dangerous rip currents" are extremely high, National Weather Service Head Meteorologist Dr Ariel Cohen said.&nbsp;California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency last month to prepare the state to face the potential impact of El Niño. &nbsp;Storm basins and drainage systems are being actively cleaned to prepare the state for the winter season, which could bring higher-than-normal precipitation.<h2>Six US states to face extreme winter</h2>Crystal Egger, a meteorologist and the president of Monarch Weather Consulting, previously pointed out six US states that could face extreme conditions. They are California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona. She said, "El Niño winters mean a 'wetter storm track across the southern tier of the US. That can translate to above-average snowfall across parts of the southern and central Rockies and the higher elevations of the Southwest."

 El Niño will bring extreme conditions to several parts of the US, with one climate scientist warning that it could be stronger than the strength of all recorded El Niños dating back to 1950. Six US states are predicted to face unprecedented rain and snow this winter season.

A climate scientist has issued a stark warning about El Niño, saying the winter season this year in California could be unprecedented. Forecast models have warned of an extremely wet winter in the state this year. "We’ve never seen an event this big before in the context of our rapidly warming climate … The warning lights are flashing,” Daniel Swain, a climate scientist at UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, wrote on social media. He added, “Based on what I am seeing now, I am officially concerned." Swain said there is a high chance of destructive weather slamming California, with El Niño being the catalyst. Several US states are at risk of receiving extreme snowfall this year because of the weather phenomenon that has wreaked havoc in the world in 2026. "I’ve never seen such high predictive confidence in a very wet California winter,” he added. Also Read: El Niño winter: 6 US states facing heavy snowfall, expert warns El Niño will keep getting stronger World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said in its latest prediction that El Niño will become stronger before its peak in December. A majority of the globe will witness extreme temperatures and rainfall in October-November-December 2026. "El Niño is firmly established and strengthening rapidly. WMO forecasts indicate a near-100 per cent likelihood that it will persist through February 2027, potentially being one of the strongest since at least 1950,” said WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration previously said that sea surface temperatures in the tropical Pacific have reached 3 degrees Celsius above average. El Niño is not nearly done yet, and the effects will be felt well into the next year. NOAA said El Niño will continue to strengthen. It would reach historic levels and could smash all records linked to El Niños going as far back as 1950. Meteorologists have shared striking maps showing almost the entire world in red, suggesting extremely hot conditions will wrap most of the world. Extreme rainfall and flooding in California The odds of "dangerous weather and coastal conditions, including flash floods, burn scar debris flows, severe thunderstorms with damaging winds and tornadoes, coastal flooding, beach erosion and dangerous rip currents" are extremely high, National Weather Service Head Meteorologist Dr Ariel Cohen said. California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency last month to prepare the state to face the potential impact of El Niño. Storm basins and drainage systems are being actively cleaned to prepare the state for the winter season, which could bring higher-than-normal precipitation. Six US states to face extreme winter Crystal Egger, a meteorologist and the president of Monarch Weather Consulting, previously pointed out six US states that could face extreme conditions. They are California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona. She said, "El Niño winters mean a 'wetter storm track across the southern tier of the US. That can translate to above-average snowfall across parts of the southern and central Rockies and the higher elevations of the Southwest."

&nbsp;El Niño will bring extreme conditions to several parts of the US, with one climate scientist warning that it could be stronger than the strength of all recorded El Niños dating back to 1950. Six US states are predicted to face unprecedented rain and snow this winter season.

'Warning lights are flashing': Strongest El Nino since 1950 will turn the world red

A new global food security warning suggests that the combined impact of El Niño weather patterns and the Iran war could push millions into acute hunger, with reports indicating up to 125 million people may require urgent food assistance. Experts say disruptions in energy, fertilizer supply chains and food trade are worsening an already fragile global hunger situation.


El Nino threat: India, Vietnam, and Thailand face rice supply risk

The El Niño in 2026 is on course to become the largest in at least 1,000 years. Scientists have found that even before its peak, it has already shattered temperature records, with a peak at what is yet to come. The latest data shows that the sea surface temperature at the centre of the phenomenon is 3.05 degrees Celsius above the average for 1991–2020. The previous record was 3.02 degrees Celsius set in November 2015. It is not far from a possible peak of 4.1 degrees Celsius in November and December.&nbsp;El Niño has wreaked havoc across the world this year. Heatwaves slammed Europe and the United States, the monsoon pattern in India was disrupted, wildfires engulfed large parts, and floods hit other places. Earlier in the year, scientists had warned that the El Niño this year would be the worst in 150 years. But now it looks set to shatter 1,000-year records.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/el-ni-o-winter-6-us-states-facing-heavy-snowfall-expert-warns-1788945692662">El Niño winter: 6 US states facing heavy snowfall, expert warns</a>&nbsp;Climate scientists say that every El Niño has continued to strengthen after mid-September, and the same can be expected this year as well. "El Niño typically peaks in the winter months, most commonly in November or December," climate scientist Zeke Hausfather wrote in a blog for Carbon Brief, calling it "remarkable" because of "how early in the calendar year it is occurring."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/climate-change-is-creating-new-extreme-weather-patterns-worse-no-one-can-predict-them-1789461113937">2026 El Niño will create new extreme weather patterns. Worse, no one can predict them</a>&nbsp;El Niño brought extreme heat, with temperatures touching 45 degrees Celsius in part of Europe. Copernicus Climate Change Service data shows that August 2026 was the warmest one since records started. Global average temperatures for the first eight months of 2026 are already 1.22 degrees Celsius above the average marker.<h2>El Niño winter</h2> NASA, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and climate experts across the world saw El Niño with all signs of becoming strong as the year progresses. It is also expected to bring a brutal winter to the United States, with at least six states expected to witness heavy snowfall. Meanwhile, a few other states will remain dry. California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona are at risk of heavy snowfall triggered by El Niño.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/el-nino-effect-no-hurricanes-in-atlantic-ocean-a-first-in-60-years-1789624428211">El Niño effect: No hurricanes in Atlantic Ocean till now is a first in 60 years</a><h2>No major Atlantic hurricanes</h2> Meanwhile, the current hurricane season has seen no major developments. It is rare to have no hurricanes until September 15, and experts have also attributed this to this year's El Niño. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration data, this is the longest stretch without an Atlantic hurricane since at least 1966.<h2>WMO says El Niño will stay till Feb 2027</h2> El Niño has been underway since June and will last into next year. The WMO warned earlier in September that it will intensify into a very strong event in the coming months, and impact rainfall and temperature patterns, and floods, drought and extreme heat. WMO Forecasts have given it a near 100 per cent chance of persisting through February 2027. &nbsp;

 El Niño 2026 appears to be the strongest the world has seen in 1,000 years. Ocean surface temperatures have already surpassed a three-decade average without even peaking. It will continue to strengthen, meaning the worst is yet to come.

The El Niño in 2026 is on course to become the largest in at least 1,000 years. Scientists have found that even before its peak, it has already shattered temperature records, with a peak at what is yet to come. The latest data shows that the sea surface temperature at the centre of the phenomenon is 3.05 degrees Celsius above the average for 1991–2020. The previous record was 3.02 degrees Celsius set in November 2015. It is not far from a possible peak of 4.1 degrees Celsius in November and December. El Niño has wreaked havoc across the world this year. Heatwaves slammed Europe and the United States, the monsoon pattern in India was disrupted, wildfires engulfed large parts, and floods hit other places. Earlier in the year, scientists had warned that the El Niño this year would be the worst in 150 years. But now it looks set to shatter 1,000-year records. Also Read: El Niño winter: 6 US states facing heavy snowfall, expert warns Climate scientists say that every El Niño has continued to strengthen after mid-September, and the same can be expected this year as well. "El Niño typically peaks in the winter months, most commonly in November or December," climate scientist Zeke Hausfather wrote in a blog for Carbon Brief, calling it "remarkable" because of "how early in the calendar year it is occurring." Also Read: 2026 El Niño will create new extreme weather patterns. Worse, no one can predict them El Niño brought extreme heat, with temperatures touching 45 degrees Celsius in part of Europe. Copernicus Climate Change Service data shows that August 2026 was the warmest one since records started. Global average temperatures for the first eight months of 2026 are already 1.22 degrees Celsius above the average marker. El Niño winter NASA, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and climate experts across the world saw El Niño with all signs of becoming strong as the year progresses. It is also expected to bring a brutal winter to the United States, with at least six states expected to witness heavy snowfall. Meanwhile, a few other states will remain dry. California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona are at risk of heavy snowfall triggered by El Niño. Also Read: El Niño effect: No hurricanes in Atlantic Ocean till now is a first in 60 years No major Atlantic hurricanes Meanwhile, the current hurricane season has seen no major developments. It is rare to have no hurricanes until September 15, and experts have also attributed this to this year's El Niño. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration data, this is the longest stretch without an Atlantic hurricane since at least 1966. WMO says El Niño will stay till Feb 2027 El Niño has been underway since June and will last into next year. The WMO warned earlier in September that it will intensify into a very strong event in the coming months, and impact rainfall and temperature patterns, and floods, drought and extreme heat. WMO Forecasts have given it a near 100 per cent chance of persisting through February 2027.

&nbsp;El Niño 2026 appears to be the strongest the world has seen in 1,000 years. Ocean surface temperatures have already surpassed a three-decade average without even peaking. It will continue to strengthen, meaning the worst is yet to come.

El Niño 2026 heats up to become strongest in 1,000 years

As one of the strongest El Niño events in decades intensifies, Buenos Aires has rolled out a 177-point emergency plan covering low-lying crossings, bridges, pumping stations and drainage systems. Argentina's weather service confirms near-100% probability of the pattern continuing through October, with Misiones, Corrientes and Santa Fe facing the highest flood risk. The Paraná and Uruguay rivers are expected to swell, threatening port access and the 2026-27 harvest, even as the extra rainfall could boost soybean and corn yields if it doesn't tip into catastrophic flooding.


Argentina braces for El Nino: Buenos Aires activates 177-point emergency flood plan

Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency across California, months ahead of the main storm season, as forecasters warn this could become the strongest El Niño on record. NOAA gives it a greater than 90% chance of being "very strong," with a 75% chance of historic intensity. The proclamation mobilizes the National Guard, pre-positions flood supplies, and fast-tracks permitting to prepare for heavy rain, landslides, debris flows and coastal flooding, especially across Southern California.


California declares state of emergency as historic, potentially strongest-ever El Nino looms

The southwest monsoon began withdrawing from parts of extreme west Rajasthan, marking the beginning of the end of monsoon, even as India faces its worst drought in 17 years. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said the withdrawal began later than the normal date of September 17, and conditions are favourable for it to extend to more areas of Rajasthan and parts of Punjab and Gujarat over the next three to four days.


Indian monsoon: Weakest rainfall in 17 years could cut rice output by 10 million tonnes

The Atlantic hurricane season is unusually quiet, even as ocean temperatures reach record levels and El Nino strengthens. Scientists say changing atmospheric circulation and increased wind shear are disrupting developing storms, while climate change is intensifying global heat. The video examines why the Atlantic remains strangely calm despite extreme ocean temperatures. This story also explains how El Nino is reshaping weather patterns, and why the world's water cycle is becoming increasingly erratic.


Atlantic goes silent as El Nino disrupts global weather

Atlantic's eerie calm | No hurricanes as El Nino suddenly changes global weather 

Peru, the United States and Chile have conducted a joint disaster response drill focused on preparing for El Niño-related emergencies. The exercise simulated coordination between emergency responders and authorities during potential extreme weather events. The drill aimed to strengthen preparedness, response capabilities and regional cooperation. El Niño can trigger heavy rainfall, flooding and other weather-related impacts across parts of the Americas.


El Nino: Peru, US and Chile hold disaster response drill 

The Panama Canal, a crucial global trade lifeline, is facing mounting pressure as drought reduces the water available to operate the waterway. Intensifying dry conditions have forced authorities to consider limiting the number of ships crossing the canal, raising concerns for global trade, shipping costs and supply chains. At the heart of the crisis is a changing climate, with El Niño contributing to unusually dry conditions. As water levels fall, the Panama Canal’s struggle highlights how extreme weather can disrupt one of the world’s most important shipping routes.

Drought slows ships on Panama Canal 

A powerful El Nino is building across the Pacific and could become the strongest recorded since modern monitoring began four decades ago, the World Meteorological Organization warned Thursday (Sep 3). The UN weather agency said the naturally occurring phenomenon is expected to intensify to “very strong” levels in the coming months and is almost certain to continue through February.“If this trajectory continues, it may be stronger than anything since our monitoring began – so literally off the charts we have used for the past four decades,” WMO chief Celeste Saulo told reporters in Geneva.El Nino heats surface waters across the central and eastern equatorial Pacific, disrupting rainfall, winds and temperatures far beyond the region. Its peak is expected toward the end of the year, but its influence could continue into 2027.<h2>Heat and extreme weather</h2>The warning comes as global temperatures are already at exceptional levels. The powerful 2023-24 El Nino helped make 2024 the hottest year on record, and Saulo said “we should not be surprised if this record is broken”.UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described the developing event in stark terms.“El Nino is being supersized before our eyes,” he said. “The science leaves no room for doubt: the planet is in uncharted waters, and those waters are heating up.”The WMO warned of heightened risks of floods, drought and extreme heat, with agriculture, water, energy and health systems particularly exposed.“This exceptional El Nino... has the potential to deliver a massive blow to communities and economies across the world”, Saulo said.“We are already seeing disruption and devastation from droughts and floods, and we expect these impacts to increase as El Nino intensifies,” he added.<h2>Pacific waters surge</h2>Ocean temperatures are providing a clear signal of the strengthening event. Sea surface temperatures in the central-eastern equatorial Pacific were about 1.5C above average between May and July, while weekly readings later climbed as high as 2.6C above normal.In some areas, temperatures beneath the surface were more than 8C above average during July and early August.El Nino itself is not caused by climate change. But scientists expect the warming phenomenon to add heat to an already hotter planet, increasing pressure on communities facing more extreme weather.

A “supersized” El Nino could become the strongest in 40 years, WMO warns, threatening record heat, floods and droughts worldwide as global temperatures rise.

A powerful El Nino is building across the Pacific and could become the strongest recorded since modern monitoring began four decades ago, the World Meteorological Organization warned Thursday (Sep 3). The UN weather agency said the naturally occurring phenomenon is expected to intensify to “very strong” levels in the coming months and is almost certain to continue through February. “If this trajectory continues, it may be stronger than anything since our monitoring began – so literally off the charts we have used for the past four decades,” WMO chief Celeste Saulo told reporters in Geneva. El Nino heats surface waters across the central and eastern equatorial Pacific, disrupting rainfall, winds and temperatures far beyond the region. Its peak is expected toward the end of the year, but its influence could continue into 2027. Heat and extreme weather The warning comes as global temperatures are already at exceptional levels. The powerful 2023-24 El Nino helped make 2024 the hottest year on record, and Saulo said “we should not be surprised if this record is broken”. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described the developing event in stark terms. “El Nino is being supersized before our eyes,” he said. “The science leaves no room for doubt: the planet is in uncharted waters, and those waters are heating up.” The WMO warned of heightened risks of floods, drought and extreme heat, with agriculture, water, energy and health systems particularly exposed. “This exceptional El Nino... has the potential to deliver a massive blow to communities and economies across the world”, Saulo said. “We are already seeing disruption and devastation from droughts and floods, and we expect these impacts to increase as El Nino intensifies,” he added. Pacific waters surge Ocean temperatures are providing a clear signal of the strengthening event. Sea surface temperatures in the central-eastern equatorial Pacific were about 1.5C above average between May and July, while weekly readings later climbed as high as 2.6C above normal. In some areas, temperatures beneath the surface were more than 8C above average during July and early August. El Nino itself is not caused by climate change. But scientists expect the warming phenomenon to add heat to an already hotter planet, increasing pressure on communities facing more extreme weather.

A “supersized” El Nino could become the strongest in 40 years, WMO warns, threatening record heat, floods and droughts worldwide as global temperatures rise.

‘El Nino is being supersized’: UN warns of record heat and extreme weather

A powerful El Nino event developing across the Pacific Ocean could become the strongest in living memory, according to a warning from the UK Met office. The naturally occurring climate phenomenon can push up global temperatures and significantly alter weather patterns around the world. Combined with human-driven climate change, the developing event is expected to increase the likelihood of extreme weather in several regions.&nbsp;The Met Office says it is ‘very likely’ that 2027 will become the hottest year ever recorded globally, potentially surpassing the current record set in 2024. Scientists are already seeing indications that El Niño is influencing weather patterns. South Asia's monsoon rainfall has been running below average, while hurricane activity in the Atlantic has been suppressed. The UK could also face a greater risk of a wet and stormy autumn, with long-range forecasts already pointing towards increasingly unsettled conditions. "We should be clear that this is an unprecedented event," said Prof Adam Scaife, head of long-range forecasting at the UK Met office. "I have never seen an El Nino signal this intense in our forecasts."<h2>What is El Nino?</h2>El Nino is a naturally occurring climate pattern that typically develops every two to seven years and lasts for roughly a year. Under normal conditions, trade winds blow from east to west across the Pacific. During El Niño, these winds can weaken or even reverse, allowing unusually warm water to move eastwards across the ocean. That warmer water releases substantial amounts of heat into the atmosphere, raising global temperatures and changing rainfall patterns across different parts of the world.&nbsp;Scientists generally classify an El Nino event when sea-surface temperatures in a key region of the Pacific are at least 0.5C above the long-term average. Current measurements are already more than 2C above normal. According to the latest Met Office forecasts, temperatures in this region could rise beyond 3C above average later this year as the event approaches its peak. Such warming would be unprecedented in records dating back to 1950 and could represent the strongest El Niño since at least the 19th century, the Met office says.&nbsp;The unusually warm water deeper beneath the Pacific could further strengthen the event. Temperatures around 100 metres below the surface are reportedly as much as 8C above normal in some areas, creating a large reservoir of heat that could help sustain and intensify El Nino. Some climate researchers have forecast an even stronger event, potentially reaching 4C above average.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/swiss-tourist-gets-1-year-in-indonesia-prison-for-insulting-hindu-holiday-nyepi-1787313223055">Swiss tourist gets 1 year in Indonesia prison for insulting Hindu holiday Nyepi</a><h2>Is climate change making El Nino stronger?</h2>Scientists are still investigating the relationship between climate change and El Nino. The World Meteorological Organization says there is currently ‘no evidence’ that global warming is increasing the frequency or strength of El Nino events. However, the question remains an active area of scientific research.&nbsp;A 2021 assessment by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change found that El Nino intensity appears to have increased since 1950 compared with the longer historical period extending back to around 1400. Researchers caution, however, that El Nino has varied considerably in strength over thousands of years, making it difficult to establish a direct link between its recent behaviour and human-caused warming. What is much clearer is that El Nino events are now occurring on top of a significantly warmer global climate. As a result, their effects can be amplified.<h2>Why 2027 could be the hottest year on record?</h2>Global temperatures have already climbed by approximately 1.4C since the late 19th century, largely because of human activities including the burning of fossil fuels. El Nino can temporarily add to that warming because large quantities of heat stored in the ocean are released into the atmosphere. The warming effect is particularly significant in the calendar year following the winter peak of an El Nino event. Met Office climate scientist Dr Nick Dunstone said this effect is particularly pronounced in the calendar year following the winter peak of the El Nino. "Hence, 2027 is very likely to replace 2024 as the warmest year on record," he said.

A powerful El Niño could become the strongest in living memory, raising extreme weather risks and making 2027 very likely the hottest year on record

A powerful El Nino event developing across the Pacific Ocean could become the strongest in living memory, according to a warning from the UK Met office. The naturally occurring climate phenomenon can push up global temperatures and significantly alter weather patterns around the world. Combined with human-driven climate change, the developing event is expected to increase the likelihood of extreme weather in several regions. The Met Office says it is ‘very likely’ that 2027 will become the hottest year ever recorded globally, potentially surpassing the current record set in 2024. Scientists are already seeing indications that El Niño is influencing weather patterns. South Asia's monsoon rainfall has been running below average, while hurricane activity in the Atlantic has been suppressed. The UK could also face a greater risk of a wet and stormy autumn, with long-range forecasts already pointing towards increasingly unsettled conditions. "We should be clear that this is an unprecedented event," said Prof Adam Scaife, head of long-range forecasting at the UK Met office. "I have never seen an El Nino signal this intense in our forecasts." What is El Nino? El Nino is a naturally occurring climate pattern that typically develops every two to seven years and lasts for roughly a year. Under normal conditions, trade winds blow from east to west across the Pacific. During El Niño, these winds can weaken or even reverse, allowing unusually warm water to move eastwards across the ocean. That warmer water releases substantial amounts of heat into the atmosphere, raising global temperatures and changing rainfall patterns across different parts of the world. Scientists generally classify an El Nino event when sea-surface temperatures in a key region of the Pacific are at least 0.5C above the long-term average. Current measurements are already more than 2C above normal. According to the latest Met Office forecasts, temperatures in this region could rise beyond 3C above average later this year as the event approaches its peak. Such warming would be unprecedented in records dating back to 1950 and could represent the strongest El Niño since at least the 19th century, the Met office says. The unusually warm water deeper beneath the Pacific could further strengthen the event. Temperatures around 100 metres below the surface are reportedly as much as 8C above normal in some areas, creating a large reservoir of heat that could help sustain and intensify El Nino. Some climate researchers have forecast an even stronger event, potentially reaching 4C above average. Also Read: Swiss tourist gets 1 year in Indonesia prison for insulting Hindu holiday Nyepi Is climate change making El Nino stronger? Scientists are still investigating the relationship between climate change and El Nino. The World Meteorological Organization says there is currently ‘no evidence’ that global warming is increasing the frequency or strength of El Nino events. However, the question remains an active area of scientific research. A 2021 assessment by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change found that El Nino intensity appears to have increased since 1950 compared with the longer historical period extending back to around 1400. Researchers caution, however, that El Nino has varied considerably in strength over thousands of years, making it difficult to establish a direct link between its recent behaviour and human-caused warming. What is much clearer is that El Nino events are now occurring on top of a significantly warmer global climate. As a result, their effects can be amplified. Why 2027 could be the hottest year on record? Global temperatures have already climbed by approximately 1.4C since the late 19th century, largely because of human activities including the burning of fossil fuels. El Nino can temporarily add to that warming because large quantities of heat stored in the ocean are released into the atmosphere. The warming effect is particularly significant in the calendar year following the winter peak of an El Nino event. Met Office climate scientist Dr Nick Dunstone said this effect is particularly pronounced in the calendar year following the winter peak of the El Nino. "Hence, 2027 is very likely to replace 2024 as the warmest year on record," he said.

A record-strength El Nino could drive extreme weather worldwide and make 2027 very likely to become the hottest year ever recorded

El Nino warning: 2027 ‘very likely’ to become hottest year on record as Pacific temperatures surge

Peru's economic growth has slowed unexpectedly, with weakness in key sectors such as fishing and agriculture weighing on overall activity. The latest figures highlight how El Niño conditions are increasingly affecting one of South America's major economies, disrupting weather patterns and putting pressure on production. Fishing communities and farmers are among those facing the economic fallout, while weaker output could add to broader concerns over growth and inflation. As El Niño continues to reshape rainfall, temperatures and ocean conditions across the region, Peru's experience offers an early warning of how climate shocks can translate into wider economic consequences.

Peru growth slows as El Nino hits key sectors

A powerful El Niño event is raising concerns across emerging economies as experts warn of weaker harvests, rising food prices, and renewed inflation pressures. Forecasts suggest the climate phenomenon could become one of the strongest in decades, affecting agricultural output, energy markets, and economic stability worldwide. Countries already grappling with elevated costs and tighter financial conditions may face additional challenges as weather disruptions intensify. From farmers and consumers to policymakers and central banks, the impact could be widespread.

El Niño threatens emerging economies

A strengthening El Nino that could shatter all-time records is "adding fuel to a planet already on fire" and pushing the world into "uncharted territory," UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned Friday."Two months ago, I warned that El Nino was arriving on our doorstep," Guterres told the world body. "Now it is inside the house -- and turning up the heat."The El Nino weather pattern warms surface temperatures in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean, triggering worldwide changes in winds, atmospheric pressure and rainfall patterns, and pushing warmer overall global temperatures.Human-caused climate change can amplify El Nino's impacts because a warmer ocean and atmosphere increase the availability of energy and moisture for extreme weather events, such as heat waves and heavy rainfall."We have already endured a summer of extremes -- record-shattering heat domes; apocalyptic wildfires raging in Spain, France and far beyond; thousands of lives lost in the scorching conditions," said Guterres. "But according to the latest science, this is only a warm-up act."Pacific waters driving the El Nino have never been this warm this early, he said, with a new forecast by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) finding sea-surface temperatures now averaging 3C (5.4F) above normal.The WMO's outlook shows that through October, nearly every land mass on Earth is expected to be hotter than normal."Taken together, that risks shattering every seasonal record -- and driving even more severe effects worldwide," said Guterres. "We are in uncharted territory."The risks go beyond heat alone, he added. India's monsoon is running well below average, while hotter and drier conditions are forecast from Central America and the Caribbean to parts of South America, South Asia, the Southwest Pacific, Europe and Africa."The verdict is clear: the climate crisis is in overdrive," said Guterres, outlining action required on four fronts.First, protect people from heat with city- and country-wide heat plans and early warning systems, including expanded access to sustainable cooling.Second, make work safer, with governments setting heat standards so vulnerable workers — in the garment industry, for example — aren't risking their lives.Third, build protection from extreme heat into the design of cities, homes, schools and hospitals, and factor it into plans and budgets.Fourth and most fundamentally, "the world must stop fueling the crisis," said Guterres, and roll back fossil fuels that are driving planet-wide heating rather than treating each disaster as an isolated tragedy.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Pacific waters driving the El Nino have never been this warm this early, he said, with a new forecast by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) finding sea-surface temperatures now averaging 3C (5.4F) above normal.

A strengthening El Nino that could shatter all-time records is "adding fuel to a planet already on fire" and pushing the world into "uncharted territory," UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned Friday. "Two months ago, I warned that El Nino was arriving on our doorstep," Guterres told the world body. "Now it is inside the house -- and turning up the heat." The El Nino weather pattern warms surface temperatures in the central and eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean, triggering worldwide changes in winds, atmospheric pressure and rainfall patterns, and pushing warmer overall global temperatures. Human-caused climate change can amplify El Nino's impacts because a warmer ocean and atmosphere increase the availability of energy and moisture for extreme weather events, such as heat waves and heavy rainfall. "We have already endured a summer of extremes -- record-shattering heat domes; apocalyptic wildfires raging in Spain, France and far beyond; thousands of lives lost in the scorching conditions," said Guterres. "But according to the latest science, this is only a warm-up act." Pacific waters driving the El Nino have never been this warm this early, he said, with a new forecast by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) finding sea-surface temperatures now averaging 3C (5.4F) above normal. The WMO's outlook shows that through October, nearly every land mass on Earth is expected to be hotter than normal. "Taken together, that risks shattering every seasonal record -- and driving even more severe effects worldwide," said Guterres. "We are in uncharted territory." The risks go beyond heat alone, he added. India's monsoon is running well below average, while hotter and drier conditions are forecast from Central America and the Caribbean to parts of South America, South Asia, the Southwest Pacific, Europe and Africa. "The verdict is clear: the climate crisis is in overdrive," said Guterres, outlining action required on four fronts. First, protect people from heat with city- and country-wide heat plans and early warning systems, including expanded access to sustainable cooling. Second, make work safer, with governments setting heat standards so vulnerable workers — in the garment industry, for example — aren't risking their lives. Third, build protection from extreme heat into the design of cities, homes, schools and hospitals, and factor it into plans and budgets. Fourth and most fundamentally, "the world must stop fueling the crisis," said Guterres, and roll back fossil fuels that are driving planet-wide heating rather than treating each disaster as an isolated tragedy. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Pacific waters driving the El Nino have never been this warm this early, he said, with a new forecast by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) finding sea-surface temperatures now averaging 3C (5.4F) above normal.

‘Adding fuel to planet already on fire’: UN Chief warns El Nino strengthening

South India witnessed major developments today as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay reviewed the progress of the Chennai Metro Rail expansion project, aimed at improving connectivity and easing traffic congestion across Chennai.

In Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu directed officials to prepare for a potentially severe drought due to the anticipated impact of El Niño, stressing the need to protect farmers, secure drinking water supplies, and ensure crop insurance coverage.

Meanwhile, lakhs of devotees gathered for the Simhachalam Giri Pradakshina pilgrimage in Andhra Pradesh, while thousands participated in the annual Kallazhagar Temple Chariot Festival in Madurai, one of Tamil Nadu's most significant religious celebrations.

CM Vijay Reviews Chennai Metro | Andhra Braces for El Niño Impact | Temple Festivals Draw Lakhs

Super El Niño is affecting tea crops in the Nilgiris this season, according to a paper, which warns that rising temperatures and erratic weather patterns are spelling trouble for the plantations in the region. P Murugesan, author of the paper and Advisory Officer at the UPASI Tea Research Foundation Regional Centre in Coonoor, said that tea tracts in South India are not governed by "the quantum of total annual rainfall but by its temporal distribution." So even if the annual rainfall is fine, "an increase in dry-day frequency and a rise in short-duration high-intensity rainfall events could lead to agronomically significant moisture deficits."&nbsp;Tea is harvested continuously as young shoots, and is vulnerable to even the slightest change in climate. An increasingly hot Earth affects shoot growth, internodal length, harvesting time, yield, quality and long-term bush health. Temperature, soil moisture, irradiance, and humidity dictate the crop’s growth and overall leaf quality. Murugesan wrote in “Super El Niño: Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies for The Nilgiris" that there hasn't been a drastic drop in total annual rainfall volume in the region, as per the meteorological data.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/sharks-expected-to-invade-california-beaches-as-super-el-nino-heats-up-the-pacific-1784627452211">Sharks expected to invade California beaches as Super El Niño heats up the Pacific</a>&nbsp;However, there has been a higher frequency of dry days and short-duration, high-intensity rainfall events. The average temperature has increased by approximately 0.5 degrees Celsius, and the geographic reach of frost and hailstorm damage has expanded, long-term observatory data from the Nilgiris shows.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nasa-satellite-spots-strongest-sign-of-super-el-nino-confirming-all-predictions-what-to-expect-1780666935157">NASA satellite spots strongest sign of Super El Niño, confirming all predictions - What to expect?</a>&nbsp;“Because tea shoots are harvested continuously, these volatile conditions directly affect internodal length, shoot development, and harvesting schedules, ultimately threatening long-term bush health and crop yields,” Murugesan said.<h2>Steps to protect tea plantation from El Nino</h2>As Earth continues to become warmer, and threats like Super El Niño continue to become stronger, he says there is a need for steps to mitigate the effects. He has called for immediate field-level interventions including strategic shade management, optimising canopy cover using shade trees such as Gliricidia sepium to regulate microclimates and protect tea bushes. “The governing principle for tea management under Super El Niño conditions is unambiguous. So, protect the bush before protecting the crop," he said.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The tea plantations in the Nilgiris have fallen victim to Super El Niño, according to a paper. Scientists say dry days have increased in the region even though annual rainfall has not dropped significantly. This has affected the crop

Super El Niño is affecting tea crops in the Nilgiris this season, according to a paper, which warns that rising temperatures and erratic weather patterns are spelling trouble for the plantations in the region. P Murugesan, author of the paper and Advisory Officer at the UPASI Tea Research Foundation Regional Centre in Coonoor, said that tea tracts in South India are not governed by "the quantum of total annual rainfall but by its temporal distribution." So even if the annual rainfall is fine, "an increase in dry-day frequency and a rise in short-duration high-intensity rainfall events could lead to agronomically significant moisture deficits." Tea is harvested continuously as young shoots, and is vulnerable to even the slightest change in climate. An increasingly hot Earth affects shoot growth, internodal length, harvesting time, yield, quality and long-term bush health. Temperature, soil moisture, irradiance, and humidity dictate the crop’s growth and overall leaf quality. Murugesan wrote in “Super El Niño: Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies for The Nilgiris" that there hasn't been a drastic drop in total annual rainfall volume in the region, as per the meteorological data. Also Read: Sharks expected to invade California beaches as Super El Niño heats up the Pacific However, there has been a higher frequency of dry days and short-duration, high-intensity rainfall events. The average temperature has increased by approximately 0.5 degrees Celsius, and the geographic reach of frost and hailstorm damage has expanded, long-term observatory data from the Nilgiris shows. Also Read: NASA satellite spots strongest sign of Super El Niño, confirming all predictions - What to expect? “Because tea shoots are harvested continuously, these volatile conditions directly affect internodal length, shoot development, and harvesting schedules, ultimately threatening long-term bush health and crop yields,” Murugesan said. Steps to protect tea plantation from El Nino As Earth continues to become warmer, and threats like Super El Niño continue to become stronger, he says there is a need for steps to mitigate the effects. He has called for immediate field-level interventions including strategic shade management, optimising canopy cover using shade trees such as Gliricidia sepium to regulate microclimates and protect tea bushes. “The governing principle for tea management under Super El Niño conditions is unambiguous. So, protect the bush before protecting the crop," he said.

The tea plantations in the Nilgiris have fallen victim to Super El Niño, according to a paper. Scientists say dry days have increased in the region even though annual rainfall has not dropped significantly. This has affected the crop

Dry days from Super El Niño claim an Indian favourite victim in the Nilgiris

The weakening of the El Nino weather pattern continues to cast a long shadow over agricultural belts across Asia, disrupting traditional monsoon rainfall cycles and raising serious concerns for regional food security.

El Nino vs Asia's rice belt

Even as El Niño wreaks havoc across the world, a rare Atlantic Niña is emerging in the tropics. The former has warmed the Pacific, while the latter, as the name suggests, is brewing in the Atlantic. It is different from La Niña, which is the opposite of El Niño. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released a sea surface temperature anomaly map, clearly showing the difference between what is happening in the Atlantic and the Pacific. The phenomenon causes sea surface temperatures to drop below average, but instead of the Pacific, it happens in the eastern equatorial Atlantic Ocean.&nbsp;Experts say that if temperatures remain 0.5 degrees Celsius below average for two overlapping seasons, it will become the sixth Atlantic Niña of the last 40 years. The NOAA map shows El Niño stretching outward from the northeastern coast of South America, and the Atlantic Nina is off the southeastern coast of Africa. Even though the two work on opposite poles, they are in perfect alignment, says they are actually perfectly aligned in their atmospheric impact,” senior meteorologist Andrej Flis wrote in a piece for Severe Weather Europe.<h2>How does Atlantic Nina affect weather?</h2> According to NOAA, Atlantic Nina makes it harder for thunderstorms and tropical cyclones to form because the cooler waters cause a drop in the amount of heat and moisture needed to fuel convection. Expect half the number of tropical cyclones elsewhere, and hurricanes in the US, than an average year. This is similar to how El Niño works, which depletes the chances of storms turning into hurricanes. The forecast by NOAA for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season includes eight to 14 named storms, three to six hurricanes, and one to three major hurricanes.&nbsp;The effects are already visible. By July 17, at least two named storms had formed in the Atlantic Basin. But there is just Tropical Storm Arthur for now, which brought floods to the southern US in June. There is no hurricane on the horizon yet; however, the first one starts developing around August 11 in a year. There are two Atlantic disturbances, and one of them could develop into a cyclone in the next seven days. In conclusion, the presence of both El Niño and Atlantic Niña at the same time means a year with fewer hurricanes and cyclones.<h2>Atlantic Nina effect on India</h2> The phenomenon has an inverse relationship with the Indian Summer Monsoon Rainfall (ISMR). A cooler Atlantic means stronger monsoon rains in India. Initially, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast below-normal to uneven rainfall nationwide for July 2026; conditions have led to severe, extremely heavy rain events across multiple states. Heavy rainfall is predicted for many northern, eastern and central states during the active monsoon phase till July 20. Ladakh recorded 65% more rainfall than normal as of mid-July.&nbsp;

A rare Atlantic Nina has joined forces with the Super El Niño in 2026. So the Pacific waters are warm, and portions of the Atlantic are cooler. Here is how it will affect the hurricane season in the US and the monsoon in India.

Even as El Niño wreaks havoc across the world, a rare Atlantic Niña is emerging in the tropics. The former has warmed the Pacific, while the latter, as the name suggests, is brewing in the Atlantic. It is different from La Niña, which is the opposite of El Niño. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released a sea surface temperature anomaly map, clearly showing the difference between what is happening in the Atlantic and the Pacific. The phenomenon causes sea surface temperatures to drop below average, but instead of the Pacific, it happens in the eastern equatorial Atlantic Ocean. Experts say that if temperatures remain 0.5 degrees Celsius below average for two overlapping seasons, it will become the sixth Atlantic Niña of the last 40 years. The NOAA map shows El Niño stretching outward from the northeastern coast of South America, and the Atlantic Nina is off the southeastern coast of Africa. Even though the two work on opposite poles, they are in perfect alignment, says they are actually perfectly aligned in their atmospheric impact,” senior meteorologist Andrej Flis wrote in a piece for Severe Weather Europe. How does Atlantic Nina affect weather? According to NOAA, Atlantic Nina makes it harder for thunderstorms and tropical cyclones to form because the cooler waters cause a drop in the amount of heat and moisture needed to fuel convection. Expect half the number of tropical cyclones elsewhere, and hurricanes in the US, than an average year. This is similar to how El Niño works, which depletes the chances of storms turning into hurricanes. The forecast by NOAA for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season includes eight to 14 named storms, three to six hurricanes, and one to three major hurricanes. The effects are already visible. By July 17, at least two named storms had formed in the Atlantic Basin. But there is just Tropical Storm Arthur for now, which brought floods to the southern US in June. There is no hurricane on the horizon yet; however, the first one starts developing around August 11 in a year. There are two Atlantic disturbances, and one of them could develop into a cyclone in the next seven days. In conclusion, the presence of both El Niño and Atlantic Niña at the same time means a year with fewer hurricanes and cyclones. Atlantic Nina effect on India The phenomenon has an inverse relationship with the Indian Summer Monsoon Rainfall (ISMR). A cooler Atlantic means stronger monsoon rains in India. Initially, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast below-normal to uneven rainfall nationwide for July 2026; conditions have led to severe, extremely heavy rain events across multiple states. Heavy rainfall is predicted for many northern, eastern and central states during the active monsoon phase till July 20. Ladakh recorded 65% more rainfall than normal as of mid-July.

A rare Atlantic Nina has joined forces with the Super El Niño in 2026. So the Pacific waters are warm, and portions of the Atlantic are cooler. Here is how it will affect the hurricane season in the US and the monsoon in India.

5 times in 40 years: Rare Atlantic Niña could soon grip Earth as Super El Niño tightens its jaws. What to expect?

The United States is the next part of the world that will be engulfed by a heat dome. Temperatures will soar above 40 degrees Celsius in some parts of the country in the coming days. This lid that keeps hot air positioned over one region will cover the central and eastern US. According to a meteorologist, North Carolina would feel the most effects of the scorching heat. Meteorologist Ryan Maue has warned that in Raleigh, the extreme heat will "melt your face off", where temperatures will hover at 41 degrees Celsius (115 degrees Fahrenheit) on July 3. Neatly 271 million Americans will bake under 33 degrees, which will feel like 47 degrees Celsius with the humidity. The heat dome will reach its peak strength between July 2 and July 4, ushering in the most dangerous period. The Southeast and Carolinas will be the most affected.&nbsp;The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a High Risk warning for extreme heat in parts of the Mid-Atlantic through July 2. "Widespread temperatures into the 90s to low 100s, combined with high humidity, will result in heat indices approaching or exceeding 105-110 in many places," NOAA forecasters stated.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/europe-s-heatwaves-threaten-to-push-127-million-into-poverty-by-2100-1782369833103">Europe's heatwaves threaten to push 127 million into poverty by 2100, study finds</a><h2>Sun will bake Fourth of July weekend</h2>Initially, two smaller heat domes will form over the Southwest and subtropical Atlantic. With the humidity, temperatures in the 30s would feel like 41, according to AccuWeather meteorologists. The heat will continue to batter the regions from the end of June into early July. Alex Sosnowski said in a statement, "A multiday heat wave is brewing across the middle of the nation ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, expanding from the Plains to the Midwest and even nosing into the East."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/what-is-omega-block-europe-heatwave-1782385542948">Omega Block is baking Europe, and humans have amplified it - How does it form and work?</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/nasa-satellite-photo-shows-super-el-ni-o-has-elevated-sea-levels-in-pacific-1782134815575">NASA satellite photo shows Super El Niño has triggered a very specific change in the Pacific</a>&nbsp;Experts say that this would be an unprecedented time this year, with several parts of the Central and Eastern US witnessing 90-degree temperatures. Chicago is likely to see five consecutive days with highs of 33 degrees Celsius or above next week. The conditions would be much worse in St. Louis when the heat could take over for eight straight days. The heat dome will expand eastward next week, causing the conditions to worsen.<h2>What is a heat dome?</h2> It is a powerful weather phenomenon that has Europe in its grasp already. It is a high-pressure area that traps hot air over a specific region, pushing and holding it down over one area. It prevents the formation of clouds, essentially baking the ground under with sunshine due to a lack of cover. The temperatures remain dangerously high, creating life-threatening conditions.&nbsp; &nbsp;A Super El Niño has swept the globe this year, which will lead to extreme heat, droughts and floods across the world. Europe and India are already feeling the effects, and the US is next.

The week leading up to the Fourth of July weekend will be extremely hot for parts of the United States as temperatures can go as high as 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Even with temperatures near 90 F in other parts, it would feel like 105 F. This is because of the heat dome.

The United States is the next part of the world that will be engulfed by a heat dome. Temperatures will soar above 40 degrees Celsius in some parts of the country in the coming days. This lid that keeps hot air positioned over one region will cover the central and eastern US. According to a meteorologist, North Carolina would feel the most effects of the scorching heat. Meteorologist Ryan Maue has warned that in Raleigh, the extreme heat will "melt your face off", where temperatures will hover at 41 degrees Celsius (115 degrees Fahrenheit) on July 3. Neatly 271 million Americans will bake under 33 degrees, which will feel like 47 degrees Celsius with the humidity. The heat dome will reach its peak strength between July 2 and July 4, ushering in the most dangerous period. The Southeast and Carolinas will be the most affected. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a High Risk warning for extreme heat in parts of the Mid-Atlantic through July 2. "Widespread temperatures into the 90s to low 100s, combined with high humidity, will result in heat indices approaching or exceeding 105-110 in many places," NOAA forecasters stated. Also Read: Europe's heatwaves threaten to push 127 million into poverty by 2100, study finds Sun will bake Fourth of July weekend Initially, two smaller heat domes will form over the Southwest and subtropical Atlantic. With the humidity, temperatures in the 30s would feel like 41, according to AccuWeather meteorologists. The heat will continue to batter the regions from the end of June into early July. Alex Sosnowski said in a statement, "A multiday heat wave is brewing across the middle of the nation ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, expanding from the Plains to the Midwest and even nosing into the East." Also Read: Omega Block is baking Europe, and humans have amplified it - How does it form and work? Also Read: NASA satellite photo shows Super El Niño has triggered a very specific change in the Pacific Experts say that this would be an unprecedented time this year, with several parts of the Central and Eastern US witnessing 90-degree temperatures. Chicago is likely to see five consecutive days with highs of 33 degrees Celsius or above next week. The conditions would be much worse in St. Louis when the heat could take over for eight straight days. The heat dome will expand eastward next week, causing the conditions to worsen. What is a heat dome? It is a powerful weather phenomenon that has Europe in its grasp already. It is a high-pressure area that traps hot air over a specific region, pushing and holding it down over one area. It prevents the formation of clouds, essentially baking the ground under with sunshine due to a lack of cover. The temperatures remain dangerously high, creating life-threatening conditions. A Super El Niño has swept the globe this year, which will lead to extreme heat, droughts and floods across the world. Europe and India are already feeling the effects, and the US is next.

The week leading up to the Fourth of July weekend will be extremely hot for parts of the United States as temperatures can go as high as 107 degrees Fahrenheit. Even with temperatures near 90 F in other parts, it would feel like 105 F. This is because of the heat dome.

'It will melt your face off': Heat dome to scorch United States through July 4

NASA satellite observations have confirmed that Super El Niño is underway, signs of which are present in the elevated sea levels across parts of the equatorial Pacific. Sentinel–6 Michael Freilich, which earlier spotted signs of the phenomenon taking shape, has now confirmed this development. The NOAA earlier declared the El Niño on June 11. NASA says the latest satellite imagery is a "complementary sign" of the climate event. The height of the sea surface is an indicator of a warming ocean, since when this happens, the water expands in volume, NASA said. "Warmer–than–normal temperatures, hence higher sea surface heights, in parts of the equatorial Pacific Ocean are associated with El Niño," it added.&nbsp;NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory has created a map of the ocean after processing data collected by the Sentinel–6 Michael Freilich. The satellite is primarily under the European Space Agency (ESA). The image mapped the ocean on June 8. The red areas show higher than average sea levels, while white areas are normal, and blue areas are low. Kelvin waves, the precursor to El Niño, were earlier recorded by the same satellite. It is a massive pool of warm water in the Pacific, hundreds of miles wide. The "blobs" travel from the western Pacific to the eastern Pacific, pushing a huge volume of superheated surface water.&nbsp;Dr Severine Fournier, deputy project scientist for the Sentinel–6 Michael Freilich satellite, raised alarm by saying that conditions in the western Pacific on June 8 were similar to those seen in 1997, when an exceptionally strong El Niño was witnessed. The World Meteorological Organisation has already warned that above-normal temperatures will sweep "nearly all parts of the globe".Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nasa-satellite-spots-strongest-sign-of-super-el-nino-confirming-all-predictions-what-to-expect-1780666935157">NASA satellite spots strongest sign of Super El Nino, confirming all predictions - What to expect?</a><h2>Super El Niño impact&nbsp;on India</h2>&nbsp;This El Niño is expected to be the worst one in nearly 150 years. Experts have warned of extreme heat in almost every part of the world. India is already facing the heat, with some regions witnessing temperatures touching 45 degrees Celsius. The monsoon season has started, and only recently revived after being stalled for two weeks. India's nearly $4 trillion economy heavily depends on the June to September rainy season. It is expected to cover the entire country by mid-July.Also Read:&nbsp;<h2>Super El Niño impact on world</h2>Meanwhile, severe drought is expected in countries like Indonesia and Australia, with the US Southwest seeing extreme rain. In the UK, a severe heat warning is in place for four days. Temperatures could touch 40 degrees Celsius in some parts of the country. A rare red weather warning is in place for central and southern England and Wales, from 9 am on Wednesday until 9 pm on Thursday. Experts say a significant area of trapped high pressure building in Europe, known as a ‘heat dome’, &nbsp;is responsible for the extreme hot weather.&nbsp;

A NASA satellite has captured a visible change in the Pacific Ocean. The warmest waters have shown an upswelling, a rise. The space agency explained that this happens because of the heat. Super El Niño has gripped Earth this year and is expected to be one of the most devastating ever. 

NASA satellite observations have confirmed that Super El Niño is underway, signs of which are present in the elevated sea levels across parts of the equatorial Pacific. Sentinel–6 Michael Freilich, which earlier spotted signs of the phenomenon taking shape, has now confirmed this development. The NOAA earlier declared the El Niño on June 11. NASA says the latest satellite imagery is a "complementary sign" of the climate event. The height of the sea surface is an indicator of a warming ocean, since when this happens, the water expands in volume, NASA said. "Warmer–than–normal temperatures, hence higher sea surface heights, in parts of the equatorial Pacific Ocean are associated with El Niño," it added. NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory has created a map of the ocean after processing data collected by the Sentinel–6 Michael Freilich. The satellite is primarily under the European Space Agency (ESA). The image mapped the ocean on June 8. The red areas show higher than average sea levels, while white areas are normal, and blue areas are low. Kelvin waves, the precursor to El Niño, were earlier recorded by the same satellite. It is a massive pool of warm water in the Pacific, hundreds of miles wide. The "blobs" travel from the western Pacific to the eastern Pacific, pushing a huge volume of superheated surface water. Dr Severine Fournier, deputy project scientist for the Sentinel–6 Michael Freilich satellite, raised alarm by saying that conditions in the western Pacific on June 8 were similar to those seen in 1997, when an exceptionally strong El Niño was witnessed. The World Meteorological Organisation has already warned that above-normal temperatures will sweep "nearly all parts of the globe". Also Read: NASA satellite spots strongest sign of Super El Nino, confirming all predictions - What to expect? Super El Niño impact on India This El Niño is expected to be the worst one in nearly 150 years. Experts have warned of extreme heat in almost every part of the world. India is already facing the heat, with some regions witnessing temperatures touching 45 degrees Celsius. The monsoon season has started, and only recently revived after being stalled for two weeks. India's nearly $4 trillion economy heavily depends on the June to September rainy season. It is expected to cover the entire country by mid-July. Also Read: Super El Niño impact on world Meanwhile, severe drought is expected in countries like Indonesia and Australia, with the US Southwest seeing extreme rain. In the UK, a severe heat warning is in place for four days. Temperatures could touch 40 degrees Celsius in some parts of the country. A rare red weather warning is in place for central and southern England and Wales, from 9 am on Wednesday until 9 pm on Thursday. Experts say a significant area of trapped high pressure building in Europe, known as a ‘heat dome’, is responsible for the extreme hot weather.

A NASA satellite has captured a visible change in the Pacific Ocean. The warmest waters have shown an upswelling, a rise. The space agency explained that this happens because of the heat. Super El Niño has gripped Earth this year and is expected to be one of the most devastating ever.&nbsp;

NASA satellite photo shows Super El Niño has triggered a very specific change in the Pacific

A warning is emerging from rural America, where farmers are facing a growing threat from drought, extreme heat and a potentially powerful El Niño. Experts fear parts of the United States could experience a mini Dust Bowl, raising concerns over crops, food prices and water supplies.


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Antarctica is in the grips of a heatwave as scientists recorded temperatures as high as 15.4 degrees Celsius on June 6. Guardian reported that the occurrence was witnessed by researchers stationed on the Trinity Peninsula. Climate professor at the University of Groningen, Raúl Cordero, told the outlet, &nbsp;"It is also about 20 degrees Celsius above normal for this time of the year. That is a huge anomaly." The phenomenon was recorded by Chilean glaciologist Luis Muñoz and his colleague. He said that after they climbed to the top of the Collins glacier, they noticed that the temperatures were so high that "everything outside melted." &nbsp;Muñoz said that at this time, there is typically 20 cm of snow and a lot of ice on the ground. But they came across rain and precipitation warm enough to melt the surface ice.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/ice-shelf-size-of-indian-capital-city-delhi-will-detach-from-doomsday-glacier-in-2026-1779976277943">Ice shelf the size of Indian capital city Delhi will detach from 'Doomsday Glacier' in 2026</a>&nbsp;This comes as Super El Niño took hold of Earth this year, which is expected to be one of the worst in over 150 years. NASA satellites spotted signs of the coming weather phenomenon and confirmed that it is certain to happen. Nadya Vinogradova Shiffer, scientist at NASA Headquarters in Washington, said, "Sentinel–6 Michael Freilich can track massive Kelvin waves as they cross the Pacific, capture changes in Earth's ocean thermodynamics, improve forecasts of weather extremes, and help communities prepare for potential coastal hazards." Before the American space agency, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) also warned that the world needs to be prepared. "The science is clear: El Niño is arriving on our doorstep in the coming months with 90% certainty. &nbsp;The world must treat it as the urgent climate warning it is," it said in a statement.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nasa-satellite-spots-strongest-sign-of-super-el-nino-confirming-all-predictions-what-to-expect-1780666935157">NASA satellite spots strongest sign of Super El Nino, confirming all predictions - What to expect?</a>&nbsp;Around June 12, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced that El Niño has formed. “El Niño has developed in the tropical Pacific" and "is predicted to intensify to a moderate or strong level this fall." NOAA said in a statement, "There is a 63 per cent chance that the sea surface temperatures in the eastern Central Pacific will exceed 2 degrees Celsius above the neutral threshold", and if this happens it would be considered “a very strong El Niño.”<h2>Thwaites ‘Doomsday’ Glacier will lose its ice shelf this year</h2>&nbsp;In Antarctica, the Thwaites Glacier will lose its ice shelf this year. A report by New Scientist stated that satellite images show the Thwaites Eastern Ice Shelf (TEIS) will soon separate from the glacier. &nbsp;Thwaites, also known as the Doomsday Glacier, is the largest glacier in West Antarctica. It is about 120 kilometres wide and more than 6,500 feet wide in some places. According to a March 2026 study, it will lose 180 billion to 200 billion tons of ice per year by 2067.

The coldest place on Earth is also feeling the effects of the hot weather triggered by El Niño. Scientists recorded temperatures 20 degrees Celsius above normal in early June on the Trinity Peninsula in Antarctica. This shows that a heatwave has gripped the frozen continent. 

Antarctica is in the grips of a heatwave as scientists recorded temperatures as high as 15.4 degrees Celsius on June 6. Guardian reported that the occurrence was witnessed by researchers stationed on the Trinity Peninsula. Climate professor at the University of Groningen, Raúl Cordero, told the outlet, "It is also about 20 degrees Celsius above normal for this time of the year. That is a huge anomaly." The phenomenon was recorded by Chilean glaciologist Luis Muñoz and his colleague. He said that after they climbed to the top of the Collins glacier, they noticed that the temperatures were so high that "everything outside melted." Muñoz said that at this time, there is typically 20 cm of snow and a lot of ice on the ground. But they came across rain and precipitation warm enough to melt the surface ice. Also Read: Ice shelf the size of Indian capital city Delhi will detach from 'Doomsday Glacier' in 2026 This comes as Super El Niño took hold of Earth this year, which is expected to be one of the worst in over 150 years. NASA satellites spotted signs of the coming weather phenomenon and confirmed that it is certain to happen. Nadya Vinogradova Shiffer, scientist at NASA Headquarters in Washington, said, "Sentinel–6 Michael Freilich can track massive Kelvin waves as they cross the Pacific, capture changes in Earth's ocean thermodynamics, improve forecasts of weather extremes, and help communities prepare for potential coastal hazards." Before the American space agency, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) also warned that the world needs to be prepared. "The science is clear: El Niño is arriving on our doorstep in the coming months with 90% certainty. The world must treat it as the urgent climate warning it is," it said in a statement. Also Read: NASA satellite spots strongest sign of Super El Nino, confirming all predictions - What to expect? Around June 12, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced that El Niño has formed. “El Niño has developed in the tropical Pacific" and "is predicted to intensify to a moderate or strong level this fall." NOAA said in a statement, "There is a 63 per cent chance that the sea surface temperatures in the eastern Central Pacific will exceed 2 degrees Celsius above the neutral threshold", and if this happens it would be considered “a very strong El Niño.” Thwaites ‘Doomsday’ Glacier will lose its ice shelf this year In Antarctica, the Thwaites Glacier will lose its ice shelf this year. A report by New Scientist stated that satellite images show the Thwaites Eastern Ice Shelf (TEIS) will soon separate from the glacier. Thwaites, also known as the Doomsday Glacier, is the largest glacier in West Antarctica. It is about 120 kilometres wide and more than 6,500 feet wide in some places. According to a March 2026 study, it will lose 180 billion to 200 billion tons of ice per year by 2067.

The coldest place on Earth is also feeling the effects of the hot weather triggered by El Niño. Scientists recorded temperatures 20 degrees Celsius above normal in early June on the Trinity Peninsula in Antarctica. This shows that a heatwave has gripped the frozen continent.&nbsp;

Antarctica feels the heat in June as temperature soars 20 degrees Celsius above normal

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