A major El Niño warning has been issued as scientists and weather experts monitor a potentially exceptional climate event developing in the Pacific. Britain’s Met Office says 2026 could see an unusually strong El Niño, with the possibility of significant global weather impacts.

Pacific sea surface temperatures could rise by more than 3°C, far above the levels normally associated with El Niño. The climate pattern can influence rainfall, winds and temperatures across the world.

For India, the developing El Niño comes at a critical time. A strong El Niño can weaken the Indian monsoon, potentially affecting agriculture, water availability and crop production. The India Meteorological Department has forecast this year’s monsoon at around 90% of the long-period average, according to the report.

Experts warn that the impact could extend beyond the current crop season, potentially affecting the Rabi season and 2027 agriculture. Heatwaves could also become a major concern next year.

El Niño Warning: 2026 Could See Strongest Event In Living Memory | India Monsoon At Risk

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Temperatures all over the world are expected to rise to 32 degrees Celsius this week as a delayed heatwave gets underway.

A hat-trick for warmest months

According to a new study by one earth, warmer temperature increases the risk of insufficient sleep. Global heating is increasing night-time temperatures and the process is even faster than how it happens during the day. The analysis revealed that the average global citizen loses 44 hours of sleep yearly.

Rising temperatures will make it harder to sleep: Study

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