The Latest Breaking News from the World Meteorological Organization

What is a 'super El Nino' and how will it affect the weather?

A significant El Nino in the Pacific Ocean is anticipated to lead to severe climate impacts globally. The World Meteorological Organization has confirmed that the event will peak later this year. Projections indicate rising temperatures and increased heat-related deaths, particularly in India and other regions. While some areas may experience…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

UN's WMO Marks Clean Air Day With Warning That Extreme Wildfire Smoke Events Have Tripled Since 1990s

The World Meteorological Organization reports a tripling of extreme wildfire smoke events since the 1990s, posing significant challenges to global air quality improvement efforts and health risk assessments.

International Business Times UK · Sep 7

El Niño Just Hit a Record Threshold — Here's Every Country in Latin America Already Paying for It

NOAA gives 2026's El Niño 90%+ odds of hitting historic strength. Ecuador is now on red alert, Colombia risks blackouts, crops fail.

Latin Times · Sep 5

El Nino to be 'very strong', last until February, UN warns

The World Meteorological Organization warns of a very strong El Nino event. This phenomenon is expected to persist through February and intensify further. Global temperatures will likely rise, impacting rainfall and temperature patterns worldwide. Communities and economies face significant disruption from floods and droughts. Disaster management authorities must prepare for…

The Economic Times · Sep 3

Flash floods have devastated Nepal. Climate change could make them routine

IN DEPTH: Nepal and Tibet are reeling from unprecedented floods that have killed more than 600 people. Experts tell James C. Reynolds that a warming planet could make these disasters more common and threaten water security for millions

The Independent UK · Aug 29

Heat Dome vs Heatwave: Key differences explained and why they matter

Heat domes are atmospheric patterns causing prolonged extreme heat events. Heatwaves describe the actual period of unusually hot weather experienced. Persistent high-pressure systems trap warm air, preventing cooler air from entering. Climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of these extreme heat events. Global warming makes naturally occurring weather…

The Economic Times · Jul 14

Oceans hit record June temperatures as El Niño builds: Why the world is heading for more heat, floods and stronger cyclones

The world is heading for more heat, floods and stronger cyclones because record-breaking ocean temperatures are loading the climate system with enormous amounts of extra energy. More than 90% of the excess heat trapped by greenhouse gases has been absorbed by the oceans, causing sea surface temperatures to reach record…

The Times of India · Jul 5

Strong El Nino likely to develop rapidly, says UN weather agency

Forecasters are in strong agreement that a powerful El Niño is rapidly developing, according to the United Nations weather agency. El Niño conditions have already appeared in the Equatorial Pacific. This significant development, highlighted by a scientist at the World Meteorological Organization, signals a potentially impactful shift in global weather…

The Economic Times · Jul 3

El Niño officially returns in 2026: WMO warns climate event could strengthen between July and September, raising risk of heatwaves, droughts and heavy rainfall

A powerful El Niño event is officially underway, with the World Meteorological Organization warning of intensified global weather extremes. Expect increased risks of heatwaves, droughts, and heavy rainfall across continents. India, Australia, and parts of Africa are forecast to receive less rainfall, potentially impacting agriculture and water resources. Europe may…

The Economic Times · Jul 3

In 1976, a comparable European heatwave would have been 3.5°C cooler; June 2026's just broke records in 45% of 850 cities

Europe's recent scorching heatwave is a stark indicator of human-caused climate change, a new study reveals. Scientists found that a similar 1976 heatwave would have been significantly cooler, highlighting how drastically the continent's climate has shifted. Nearly half of major European cities experienced record heat stress, underscoring the urgent need…

The Times of India · Jun 29