El Niño, a climate pattern that forms when waters in the tropical Pacific Ocean become warmer than normal, is expected to return this summer and could influence weather around the world through the rest of the year and into next year. Federal forecasters said on March 12 that El Niño is likely to develop between June and August 2026 and continue through at least the end of the year. This pattern is often linked to hotter global temperatures and a greater risk of weather extremes, including floods, drought, and other disruptive conditions in different parts of the world.
Why This Matters:
Weather patterns like this can influence heat, storms, rainfall, and drought in ways that affect food production, utilities, travel, and day-to-day life. Staying aware of shifts like this can help you think ahead about the kinds of disruptions that may become more likely.
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Source: The New York Times
By: Scott Dance
