"Very Strong" El Niño Could Last Until February 2027: Understand the Phenomenon in 12 Questions and Answers
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"Very Strong" El Niño Could Last Until February 2027: Understand the Phenomenon in 12 Questions and Answers

Expresso3 September 2026 at 11:55

The El Niño phenomenon is firmly established and is expected to gain strength in the coming months, potentially reaching a very strong intensity before the end of 2026. This situation represents a significant intensification of the climate phenomenon that affects weather patterns worldwide.

The World Meteorological Organization is the entity responsible for the forecasts cited in the article, having issued projections about the duration and intensity of the phenomenon. According to this organization, there is a near 100% probability that El Niño will persist at least until February 2027.

This persistence of the phenomenon represents an increase in global climate risks, with potential consequences for different regions of the planet. The article aims to clarify the phenomenon through twelve questions and answers, although the complete content was not provided.

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