This summer isn’t breaking heat records — yet. Wait until El Nino kicks in, scientists say
Summary
This summer is currently the third hottest on record, behind 2024 and 2025. However, scientists warn that due to a strong El Nino weather pattern combined with human-caused global warming, 2026 could become the hottest year ever by the end of the year.Key Facts
- Wildfires and deadly heat waves are affecting parts of North America and Europe.
- The world’s oceans are the hottest recorded for this time of year.
- El Nino, a climate phenomenon that warms the Pacific Ocean and influences global weather, is unusually strong in 2026.
- So far, 2026 ranks as the third hottest year, after 2024 and 2025.
- Scientists estimate about a 35% chance that 2026 will surpass 2024 as the hottest year.
- Experts agree 2027 is very likely to become the hottest year on record, surpassing previous records by a large margin.
- Ocean temperatures influence global air temperatures with a delay of about 1.5 months.
- Climate change driven by human activity is steadily increasing global temperatures and the frequency of extreme weather events.
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