Indian Monsoon

AI summaryAccording to the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Pacific Ocean surface temperatures have reached an unprecedented maximum due to the strengthening El Nino effect, with daytime temperatures crossing the 30 degrees Celsius mark for the first time. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) estimates this El Nino will peak by December 2026, potentially bringing droughts, heavy rains, and floods to various countries globally. Indian meteorological experts have warned that this could lead to a 13% deficit in southwest monsoon rainfall for 2026, though they noted that regional variations will depend on multiple factors.

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