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2026 Could Rank Among the Hottest Years on Record as El Niño Strengthens

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50% centerFirst reported by Ynet · 3 days ago
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What happened

NOAA says there is more than a 60% chance of a super El Niño developing by the end of 2026. Scientists say it could make 2026 one of the hottest years on record and disrupt weather worldwide.

  • 01NOAA sees over a 60% chance of a super El Niño by late 2026.
  • 022026 could become one of the hottest years ever recorded.
  • 03Satellite data show rising sea levels and warming Pacific waters.
  • 04NASA says Kelvin waves are helping warm water build up below the surface.
  • 05A strong El Niño could worsen heat, fires, rainfall disruption, and water stress.

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Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew2 days ago
2026 Could Rank Among the Hottest Years on Record as El Niño Strengthens
YnetCenter · Hebrew3 days ago
Forecasts Point to a Strong El Niño That Could Make 2026 Record-Hot

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