UN warns of extreme heat risk from El Nino, urges preparedness
The World Meteorological Organization has warned of a strong El Nino event expected to drive global temperatures higher through November. The agency is urging international preparedness for increased risks of drought, heavy rainfall, and extreme heatwaves.
Why it matters
El Nino events have significant global economic and humanitarian impacts, necessitating proactive climate adaptation strategies.
The United Nations weather agency forecast on Tuesday (June 2, 2026) a moderate or possibly strong El Nino that could drive up global temperatures and increase the risk of extreme weather over the coming months. El Nino is a periodic warming of sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean, which typically lasts between nine and 12 months, according to the World Meteorological Organization.
Scientific reporting based on official UN weather agency forecasts.
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