Super El Niño expected to peak in December, pushing global temperatures higher

A rapidly intensifying El Niño climate pattern is forecast to reach peak strength by year-end 2026 and drive average global temperatures further upward.

First covered Nov 6, 2026 · 1:12 AM PT · 1 article

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