ScienceSuper-strong El Niño projected to persist into summer 2027
China’s National Climate Center says a super-strong El Niño is developing in the tropical Pacific and could affect conditions through summer 2027. Sea temperatures may peak in November and December above 2.5°C, while central and eastern China face elevated flood risks, particularly along the middle and lower Yangtze River in summer 2027.
Super-strong El Niño projected to persist into summer 2027
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