Enter your location anywhere in the world to see personalized predictions for temperature shifts, precipitation changes, and extreme weather risk — powered by historical El Niño climate patterns across all continents.
A rare, high-intensity climate event with global consequences
An El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) event where equatorial Pacific sea surface temperatures exceed normal by 2.0°C or more. Only three have occurred since 1950 — 1972–73, 1982–83, and 1997–98, with 2015–16 close behind.
Climate models project a strong Pacific warming trajectory into 2026, driven by accumulated ocean heat content and weakened trade winds. Forecast confidence is moderate-to-high as of mid-2026.
El Niño reshapes atmospheric circulation worldwide — shifting jet streams, redirecting storm tracks, altering monsoons, and disrupting ocean currents. Every continent feels the impact, from Peruvian floods to Indian droughts to Australian cyclones.
Actions everyone should consider regardless of location
Check flood, wind, and property insurance. El Niño can bring unexpected severe weather to typically calm regions.
3 days of water, non-perishable food, first aid, flashlights, batteries, and important documents in a waterproof container.
Clean gutters, downspouts, and storm drains. Heavy El Niño rains overwhelm aging infrastructure.
Know your zone. Map multiple routes. Keep a full gas tank during peak months (Dec–Feb).
Trim trees near structures. Secure outdoor furniture. Consider erosion control for slopes.
Sign up for local emergency notifications. Enable Wireless Emergency Alerts on your phone.