The El Nino weather pattern has commenced its weakening phase but is anticipated to continue influencing above-average temperatures worldwide, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on Tuesday (March 5).

El Nino, a naturally occurring phenomenon linked to disrupted wind patterns resulting in warmer ocean surface temperatures in the eastern and central Pacific, typically occurs every two to seven years.

Lasting approximately nine to 12 months, El Nino often triggers extreme weather events such as wildfires, tropical cyclones, and prolonged droughts.

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WMO spokesperson Claire Nullis stated that El Nino reached its peak in December, ranking among the five strongest occurrences in history. While gradually diminishing, it is expected to impact global climate in the upcoming months, leading to above-normal temperatures from March to May in most land areas.

WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo noted that El Nino had played a role in recent temperature records. Since June 2023, every month has set new temperature records, making 2023 the warmest year on record. Saulo emphasised that while El Nino contributed to these elevated temperatures, the primary culprit remains heat-trapping greenhouse gases.

The WMO indicated a 60 per cent likelihood of El Nino persisting from March to May, with an 80 per cent chance of neutral conditions (neither El Nino nor La Nina) from April to June. There is a possibility of La Nina, characterised by unusually cold Pacific Ocean temperatures, emerging later in the year, though the odds remain uncertain, as per the WMO.

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According to a analysis made earlier stated, El Nino climate event is anticipated to intensify global warming, leading to record-breaking temperatures spanning from the Amazon to Alaska in 2024.

Scientists also project that coastal regions near the Bay of Bengal, the South China Sea, India, the Philippines and the Caribbean will experience exceptional heat until June, with the potential for El Nino's influence to diminish thereafter.

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El Nino, characterised by the release of heat from the western Pacific Ocean, has historically elevated global surface temperatures and played a significant role in making 2023 the hottest year on record by a substantial margin.

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The El Nino weather pattern has commenced its weakening phase but is anticipated to continue influencing above-average temperatures worldwide, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on Tuesday (March 5).

The El Nino weather pattern has commenced its weakening phase but is anticipated to continue influencing above-average temperatures worldwide, according to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on Tuesday (March 5). El Nino, a naturally occurring phenomenon linked to disrupted wind patterns resulting in warmer ocean surface temperatures in the eastern and central Pacific, typically occurs every two to seven years. Lasting approximately nine to 12 months, El Nino often triggers extreme weather events such as wildfires, tropical cyclones, and prolonged droughts. Also read: El Nino predicted to cause unprecedented heat across Amazon to Alaska in 2024 WMO spokesperson Claire Nullis stated that El Nino reached its peak in December, ranking among the five strongest occurrences in history. While gradually diminishing, it is expected to impact global climate in the upcoming months, leading to above-normal temperatures from March to May in most land areas. WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo noted that El Nino had played a role in recent temperature records. Since June 2023, every month has set new temperature records, making 2023 the warmest year on record. Saulo emphasised that while El Nino contributed to these elevated temperatures, the primary culprit remains heat-trapping greenhouse gases. The WMO indicated a 60 per cent likelihood of El Nino persisting from March to May, with an 80 per cent chance of neutral conditions (neither El Nino nor La Nina) from April to June. There is a possibility of La Nina, characterised by unusually cold Pacific Ocean temperatures, emerging later in the year, though the odds remain uncertain, as per the WMO. Also read: El Nino could make 2024 hotter than record 2023 According to a analysis made earlier stated, El Nino climate event is anticipated to intensify global warming, leading to record-breaking temperatures spanning from the Amazon to Alaska in 2024. Scientists also project that coastal regions near the Bay of Bengal, the South China Sea, India, the Philippines and the Caribbean will experience exceptional heat until June, with the potential for El Nino's influence to diminish thereafter. Also read: Antarctica's 'Doomsday Glacier' has been losing ice since 1940s El Nino, characterised by the release of heat from the western Pacific Ocean, has historically elevated global surface temperatures and played a significant role in making 2023 the hottest year on record by a substantial margin. (With inputs from agencies)

El Nino weakens but will sustain elevated temperatures: UN weather agency

As per the weather services of France and England, July was the driest on record, which exacerbated the shortage of water that has led to the restrictions. Water firms are finding it difficult to adapt to the dry circumstances. The third heatwave is expected to hit this summer on Monday in the southeast before moving to Paris.

Just 9.7 millimetres of rain fell in France this month, which is suffering from a severe drought that has crippled farmers and forced broad restrictions on the use of water, as per Meteo France. According to the EPA, that was 84 per cent below the average levels seen for July between 1991 and 2022, making it the second-driest month since March 1961.

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The average amount of rain in England as a whole was 23.1 millimetres, which is the seventh-lowest monthly total since the year 1953. The record-breaking high temperatures, which peaked at 40 degrees Celsius in the country, coincided with the minimal rainfall in both countries. The majority of England has entered a state of prolonged dry weather.

Most climate experts agree that the earth is warming as a result of carbon emissions from people burning fossil fuels, potentially increasing the severity of droughts, heatwaves, and other weather events.

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Due to dry grasslands, farmers in France are having trouble feeding the animals, and irrigation has been prohibited due to lack of water. Commercial boats on the eastern river Rhine, which forms the boundary between France and Germany, are forced to operate at a third of their carrying capacity in order to avoid hitting the bottom due to extremely low water levels.

(With inputs from agencies)

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As per the weather services of France and England, July was the driest on record, which exacerbated the shortage of water that has led to the restrictions. Water firms are finding it difficult to adapt to the dry circumstances.

As per the weather services of France and England, July was the driest on record, which exacerbated the shortage of water that has led to the restrictions. Water firms are finding it difficult to adapt to the dry circumstances. The third heatwave is expected to hit this summer on Monday in the southeast before moving to Paris. Just 9.7 millimetres of rain fell in France this month, which is suffering from a severe drought that has crippled farmers and forced broad restrictions on the use of water, as per Meteo France. According to the EPA, that was 84 per cent below the average levels seen for July between 1991 and 2022, making it the second-driest month since March 1961. Also read | Extreme heatwaves in UK made 10 times more likely due to climate change The average amount of rain in England as a whole was 23.1 millimetres, which is the seventh-lowest monthly total since the year 1953. The record-breaking high temperatures, which peaked at 40 degrees Celsius in the country, coincided with the minimal rainfall in both countries. The majority of England has entered a state of prolonged dry weather. Most climate experts agree that the earth is warming as a result of carbon emissions from people burning fossil fuels, potentially increasing the severity of droughts, heatwaves, and other weather events. Also read | As heatwave continues across Europe, warning issued over 'very high' ozone pollution Due to dry grasslands, farmers in France are having trouble feeding the animals, and irrigation has been prohibited due to lack of water. Commercial boats on the eastern river Rhine, which forms the boundary between France and Germany, are forced to operate at a third of their carrying capacity in order to avoid hitting the bottom due to extremely low water levels. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

France and England experienced driest July on record exacerbating water shortage

As per the weather forecasting agency, India Meteorological Department (IMD), the southwest monsoon entered Andaman and Nicobar Islands on Monday (May 16), marking the start of the four months of seasonal rains that are critical to the primarily agri-dependent economy.&nbsp;

However, the arrival of the monsoon season in the islands was a day late, as per the IMD.

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The weather department said that the rainfall has been falling in the islands and surrounding areas due to intensifying south-westerly winds in the lower troposphere.&nbsp;

IMD in a statement stated, “Conditions are favourable for further advance of southwest monsoon into some more parts of south Bay of Bengal, entire Andaman Sea &amp; Andaman Islands and some parts of east-central Bay of Bengal during next 2-3 days."

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According to the India Meteorological Department, the temperature in the national capital dropped to 42.4 degrees Celsius on Monday (May 16) after reaching 45.6 degrees Celsius a day earlier.&nbsp;

The weather agency said thunderstorms and rains are forecast to deliver further relief from the sweltering heat portions of northern India during the following few days.&nbsp;

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In&nbsp;areas of Gurugram, Haryana, the temperature dropped to 44.7 degrees Celsius from 48.1 degrees Celsius on Sunday (May 15).

Amritsar, Punjab, saw a high of 42.6 degrees Celsius down four degrees from a day before.&nbsp;

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As per the weather forecasting agency, India Meteorological Department (IMD), the southwest monsoon entered Andaman and Nicobar Islands on Monday (May 16), marking the start of the four months of seasonal rains that are critical to the primarily agri-dependent economy.

As per the weather forecasting agency, India Meteorological Department (IMD), the southwest monsoon entered Andaman and Nicobar Islands on Monday (May 16), marking the start of the four months of seasonal rains that are critical to the primarily agri-dependent economy. However, the arrival of the monsoon season in the islands was a day late, as per the IMD. Also read | India’s capital Delhi sizzles as max temp breaches 49 degrees mark, minor relief likely from Monday The weather department said that the rainfall has been falling in the islands and surrounding areas due to intensifying south-westerly winds in the lower troposphere. IMD in a statement stated, “Conditions are favourable for further advance of southwest monsoon into some more parts of south Bay of Bengal, entire Andaman Sea & Andaman Islands and some parts of east-central Bay of Bengal during next 2-3 days." Watch | Severe heatwave grips south Asia, over a billion affected in India and Pakistan According to the India Meteorological Department, the temperature in the national capital dropped to 42.4 degrees Celsius on Monday (May 16) after reaching 45.6 degrees Celsius a day earlier. The weather agency said thunderstorms and rains are forecast to deliver further relief from the sweltering heat portions of northern India during the following few days. Also read | Delhi grapples with water shortage amid heatwave In areas of Gurugram, Haryana, the temperature dropped to 44.7 degrees Celsius from 48.1 degrees Celsius on Sunday (May 15). Amritsar, Punjab, saw a high of 42.6 degrees Celsius down four degrees from a day before. WATCH WION LIVE HERE: (With inputs from agencies)

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