El Nino set to return as early as May, impacting global weather patterns, UN weather agency says
By Olivia Le Poidevin
Published on April 24, 2026.
The return of El Nino weather conditions is expected as early as May, potentially impacting global temperatures and rainfall patterns. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has noted a significant increase in sea surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean, indicating a high likelihood of El Niño conditions developing between May and July. The weather pattern is known to disrupt regional climates and potentially cause increased rainfall and a warming effect on the global climate.
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