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science1 month ago•5 min saved

El Niño Keeps Atlantic Quiet, Produces Record-Late Start to 2026 Hurricane Season

As of Sept. 12, 2026, no Atlantic hurricane has formed—the latest date on record for a season without a hurricane—thanks to strong El Niño–driven wind shear, Saharan dust, and dry air that have sharply suppressed tropical activity. Only five tropical storms have formed so far, and the Accumulated Cyclone Energy (ACE) through Sept. 10 stands at 4.4, the lowest since 1950 for that date. Forecasters caution that the lull could still end, as late-start seasons have produced major hurricanes in the past; forecasts had predicted this season would be limited in activity due to El Niño.

via USA Today|

#atlantic-hurricane-season #climate-patterns #el-nino

weather1 month ago•125 min saved

El Niño Quietly Stifles Atlantic Storms as Pacific Remains Busy

A robust El Niño is driving record-high wind shear in the Atlantic, tearing apart developing tropical storms and producing a historically quiet hurricane season despite unusually warm oceans. Scientists note that the atmosphere is heating faster than the waters, limiting storm formation, while Pacific activity remains elevated. With El Niño fading next year, experts warn that the Atlantic could rebound to a busier season, though warmer Atlantic waters may eventually sustain further changes in global storm patterns.

via AP News|

#atlantic-hurricanes #climate-patterns #el-nino

weather4 months ago•183 min saved

El Niño Could Quiet the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season, NOAA Forecasts

NOAA forecasts a below-average 2026 Atlantic hurricane season with 8–14 named storms, 3–6 hurricanes, and up to 3 major hurricanes, driven largely by the anticipated return of El Niño which tends to increase upper-atmosphere wind shear and suppress activity, though warmer-than-normal Atlantic waters could still fuel systems. The season runs June 1–November 30, with the first tropical storm typically forming in late June and the first hurricane around mid-August.

via CNN|

#atlantic-hurricane-season #climate-patterns #el-nino

weather1 year ago•6 min saved

Tropical Storm Erin Poised to Become 2025's First Atlantic Hurricane

Tropical Storm Erin is expected to become a major hurricane as it travels across the North Atlantic, with forecasts indicating a potential recurve away from North America and significant impacts such as high surf and coastal erosion. The storm is developing early in the season, with favorable conditions supporting its intensification, and models suggest it will stay away from the U.S. East Coast.

via Yale Climate Connections|

#atlantic-hurricane #climate-patterns #hurricane-development

weather1 year ago•6 min saved

Mid-August Brings Increased Hurricane Activity in the Atlantic

The Atlantic hurricane season, currently quiet with few hurricanes, is expected to become more active in mid-August due to favorable atmospheric and oceanic conditions, including warm sea surface temperatures and atmospheric oscillations, with potential for a significant hurricane to develop and possibly threaten North America in the coming weeks.

via Yale Climate Connections|

#atlantic-hurricane-season #climate-patterns #hurricanes

weather-and-climate2 years ago•2 min saved

"Hot and Toasty: Summer 2024 Weather Outlook for US"

The latest summer weather outlook for the US predicts above-average temperatures for much of the country, with varying precipitation levels. The emergence of La Niña is expected to influence weather patterns, potentially leading to significant heat waves and one of the warmest summers in history. While the Upper Midwest may see close to average temperatures, most regions are likely to experience above-normal rainfall, except for vast areas of the West. The neutral state of the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is also expected to impact temperatures and precipitation across the country.

via Fox Weather |

#climate-patterns #la-nina #precipitation

weather-and-climate2 years ago•1 min saved

"From El Niño to La Niña: Weather Forecast for the Coming Months"

The "Super El Nino" climate pattern is waning, making way for the opposite La Nina, which is expected to bring cooler-than-average conditions and potentially increase Atlantic hurricane activity. The transition is predicted to occur as early as this summer, with La Nina conditions likely from June to November. This shift could lead to wetter weather in the northern US and southern Alaska, but dry conditions in Southern California and the Southwest, while also temporarily suppressing global temperatures.

via Newser|

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weather2 years ago•2 min saved

"NOAA and Bureau of Meteorology Forecast Mild and Warm Late Winter/Early Spring Weather Patterns"

NOAA's Climate Prediction Center warns that ongoing El Niño conditions are likely to affect weather patterns across the U.S. through April, with above-average temperatures expected in the Pacific Northwest, northern Plains, and Northeast, while the Southeast is likely to see above-normal precipitation. El Niño events typically impact weather across the country, with the current conditions expected to persist through May before transitioning to neutral conditions later in the spring and summer months.

via Fox Weather |

#climate-patterns #el-nino #noaa

weather3 years ago•2 min saved

Winter 2023-24 Forecast: Clues from Russian Snow Offer Insight for US

Meteorologist Judah Cohen uses the amount of October snow cover in Siberia to predict the severity of winter weather in the central and eastern United States. The expansion of snow cover in Siberia reflects more sunlight back into space, resulting in colder air that can potentially bring more snow to the US. This connection has been accurate about 75% of the time over the past two decades. Siberia's snow does not typically affect the winter forecast for the western US due to geographical factors. Cohen's winter weather forecast for the US will be posted on his blog in late November.

via USA TODAY|

#climate-patterns #polar-vortex #siberia

weather3 years ago•2 min saved

August Weather Outlook: Typical Temperatures, Above Normal Rain, and Late Summer Arrival

August is expected to have near-normal temperatures and above-normal rainfall, influenced by the developing El Niño. While the first week may see below-normal temperatures, the second week could bring a return of 90-degree days. Last year, August had slightly hotter-than-average temperatures and less rainfall than the average of 3.25 inches. This year, there are signs of a wetter pattern, with a possibility of 3 to 5 inches of rain. Longer-term models suggest occasional hotter periods in the second half of August. July was slightly hotter than normal and had above-average rainfall, with a three-day heat wave and violent storms.

via The Washington Post|

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climate-change3 years ago•4 min saved

El Nino's Return Brings Threat of Extreme Weather and Climate Impacts.

The El Nino climate pattern has returned, bringing the threat of extreme weather conditions worldwide, including tropical cyclones, increased rainfall, and flooding in parts of the Americas, rising temperatures globally, and droughts in Australia. The economic impact of this year's El Nino could lead to global losses of $3 trillion, with agricultural production and manufacturing being severely affected. The relationship between El Nino and global warming caused by human activity is expected to intensify extreme weather conditions.

via FRANCE 24 English|

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weather3 years ago•3 min saved

El Niño's Potential Impact on Global and U.S. Weather Patterns

The World Meteorological Organization has warned that El Niño is on the way, with warmer sea temperatures promising new weather extremes. El Niño usually brings a quieter Atlantic hurricane season and more hurricane activity in the Pacific, while La Niña does the opposite. El Niño's warmer waters can also push the Pacific jet stream south, making areas in the northern US and Canada dryer and warmer than usual. La Niña said farewell in March, and there's a 62% chance that El Niño will develop during the May–July period, and more than 80% chance of El Niño by the fall.

via NPR|

#climate-patterns #el-nino #hurricanes