Is El Niño coming back? Here’s what it could mean for 2026 weather
Early signs point to El Niño developing in the Pacific later this year, potentially influencing US weather patterns. This warming ocean phenomenon can alter winds and storm paths, impacting rainfall and drought. While its full strength remains uncertain, El Niño could suppress Atlantic hurricane activity this season, with effects expected to be felt through winter 2026-27.
Early signs point to El Niño developing in the Pacific later this year, potentially influencing US weather patterns. This warming ocean phenomenon can alter winds and storm paths, impacting rainfall and drought. While its full strength remains uncertain, El Niño could suppress Atlantic hurricane activity this season, with effects expected to be felt through winter 2026-27.
