Algerian Radio
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has predicted the return of the "El Niño" phenomenon starting from mid-2026, which is expected to impact global temperatures and rainfall patterns worldwide.
In its latest report released on Friday, the organization pointed to a "noticeable change in the tropical Pacific Ocean," explaining that water surface temperatures are rising rapidly. This indicates a potential return of "El Niño" between May and July.
The WMO noted that its forecasts for the next three months, based on data from several climate centers, indicate a "near-global dominance of above-normal land surface temperatures," alongside "local fluctuations in rainfall rates."
The "El Niño" phenomenon is characterized by an increase in water surface temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific. it typically occurs every two to seven years and generally lasts between 9 and 12 months.
