WMO warns 2026 El Niño will last until at least February
By The BriefBrief
The World Meteorological Organization says the 2026 El Niño is being “supersized” and will persist until at least February. WMO warns the worsening impacts will affect weather worldwide, with consequences expected to continue through the period.
WHO:World Meteorological Organization (WMO)
WHAT:WMO warns that the 2026 El Niño will last until at least February and that impacts are worsening.
WHEN:Reported Sep 3, 2026 at 5:05 AM ET
WHERE:Location not specified
WHY:Worsening El Niño impacts are expected to continue affecting weather worldwide.
