Weather forecasters have issued an advisory for fall and winter 2026-27. A strong El Niño pattern is rapidly developing in the Pacific Ocean. Current observations show a super El Niño is emerging there now. It carries a risk of flooding. Places like Tamil Nadu face heightened flood danger.
Recent heatwaves and fires were not caused by the growing system. It did not cause them. But forecasters anticipate sharp weather shifts as the event advances toward late 2026. The advisory applies to fall and winter 2026-27 as the pattern gathers strength.