Historic El Niño Expected to Peak in Late 2026, Global Impacts Anticipated
A potentially unprecedented El Niño event is developing and is forecasted to peak between November 2026 and January 2027, according to Mongabay (Source time: Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:47:45 GMT). Experts predict this El Niño could surpass all previous records, with sea surface temperature anomalies in the Niña 3.4 region already exceeding 2°C (3.6°F) above average as of mid-July. The event is expected to intensify extreme weather patterns globally, including heatwaves, droughts, floods, and wildfires. International organizations such as the WHO, WMO, and WFP are urging nations to prepare for significant disruptions to health, food, and energy systems. Countries like Peru, Sri Lanka, and Brazil have already initiated emergency measures, while others remain underprepared. The UN has launched a $202 million appeal to support 22 high-risk nations.