Central and Eastern Tropical Pacific Sea Surface Temperatures Forecast to Increase by late 2026

Phys.org Earth · · 1 min read · Natural Sciences

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Key Takeaways

  • Sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific are forecast to increase to record levels during October–December 2026.
  • This temperature increase reflects a strengthening El Niño event.

Why This Matters

The strengthening El Niño event is projected to drive weather patterns and affect economies, ecosystems, and communities across the globe.

Overview

Sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific are projected to rise to record levels during the October–December 2026 period. This forecasted increase indicates a strengthening El Niño event. Such an event is expected to influence global weather patterns, and impact economies, ecosystems, and communities worldwide.

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