Weather forecasters have issued an advisory for fall and winter 2026-27. A strong El Niño pattern is steadily building in the Pacific Ocean. Current observations show a super El Niño is taking shape there now. It brings flood risks. Places like Tamil Nadu face a risk of inundation.
Recent heatwaves and fires were not driven by the growing system. It did not spark those events. But experts expect major weather disruptions as the event advances toward late 2026. The advisory spans fall and winter 2026-27 as the pattern gathers strength.