WMO Predicts 'Very Strong' El Niño Peak Late 2026, Anticipating Global Climate Disruptions

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) forecasts a "very strong" El Niño, expected to peak in late 2026, with tropical Pacific sea surface temperatures potentially rising 3.8°C above average. This powerful climate phenomenon is predicted to cause widespread disruptions to global temperature and rainfall patterns, increasing risks of heat exposure, drought, heavy rainfall, and flooding across many regions. Its impacts are anticipated to be felt long after the peak.