NOAA declares El Niño phase; warming expected through spring 2027

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration confirmed El Niño conditions in the Pacific, with sea surface temperatures expected to remain above average through early 2027, potentially affecting global weather patterns and energy dem

First covered Aug 12, 2026 · 2:00 AM PT · 1 article

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Appeared in: 2026-08-12 (#12)

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