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El Niño Phenomenon Estimated to Arrive in Colombia in the Second Half of the Year, Could Be the Most Intense
El Niño Phenomenon Photo: Autonomous Regional Corporation of the Magdalena River
TL;DR
- El Niño phenomenon is anticipated in Colombia during the second half of 2026.
- The event is typically associated with increased temperatures and reduced rainfall.
- International models and Colombian authorities (Ideam) indicate potential warming in the equatorial Pacific Ocean.
- Colombia is expected to remain in climatic neutrality until late May before transitioning.
- El Niño could consolidate between June and August, with potential effects extending to year-end.
- Key regions like the Andean and Caribbean are likely to experience decreased rainfall and higher temperatures.
- Authorities are preparing institutions and regions for climate changes impacting agriculture, water, and energy.
- Climate models show increased uncertainty in the early months of the year regarding these predictions.