El Niño Strengthens, Impacts Indian Monsoon and Global Weather Patterns
El Niño Strengthens, Impacts Indian Monsoon and Global Weather Patterns
IN · Published Sep 23, 2026
The ongoing El Niño phenomenon has already surpassed the strength of the 2015 event, with sea-surface temperatures in the Niño 3.4 region of the central equatorial Pacific reaching 3.05°C (5.49°F) above average as of Saturday. This is significant as El Niño has not yet reached its peak, which is expected in December
The effects of El Niño are becoming evident globally, including weaker monsoon rains in India, drought conditions in Central America, and a delayed start to the Atlantic hurricane season, which has yet to see a hurricane form this year.

Impact & Risks

In India, weaker monsoon rains linked to El Niño could impact agriculture, water resources, and food security, particularly in regions dependent on consistent rainfall. Globally, drought conditions in Central America may exacerbate food shortages, while the delayed Atlantic hurricane season could lead to unpredictable storm activity later in the year. These disruptions highlight the far-reaching consequences of El Niño on weather patterns and economies.

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