UN Predicts Return of Warming El Niño by Mid-2026

The United Nations has announced that the warming El Niño weather phenomenon is expected to return by mid-2026. Scientists anticipate this will bring significant weather changes, including increased droughts and floods.

24 Apr, 06:16 — 24 Apr, 09:32

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El Niño is a natural climate pattern in the Pacific Ocean that significantly influences weather worldwide, often leading to increased global temperatures and extreme weather events. Its return could exacerbate existing climate challenges and impact agriculture, water resources, and disaster preparedness globally.

Key entitiesUnited Nations World Meteorological Organization (WMO)El Niño

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DawnMostly Factual2h ago

Warming El Nino set to return in mid-2026: UN

The warming El Nino weather phenomenon, which pushed global temperatures to record highs the last time around, is expected back in the middle of this year, the UN said Friday. The United Nations’ weather and climate agency said El Nino conditions were likely as early as the May to July three-month window. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) meanwhile said early signs indicated a strong event. El Nino is a naturally-occurring climate phenomenon that warms sur...

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