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This year there would be a 'Super El Niño', the strongest in 140 years, what will happen in Colombia?
In 2015, the last 'Super El Niño' phenomenon was registered. Before that, in 1997. And before that, in 1982. These are events that happen on average...
TL;DR
- International climate models predict a 'Super El Niño' in 2026, potentially the strongest in 140 years.
- El Niño events, especially 'Super El Niño' occurrences, significantly alter global weather patterns.
- The 2015 'Super El Niño' registered Pacific water temperatures 2.8 degrees Celsius above average; the 2026 event could surpass this.
- Climate change amplifies El Niño's effects by increasing the planet's accumulated heat.
- Impacts include increased hurricane risk in the Pacific, reduced hurricane activity in the Atlantic, severe droughts in some regions, floods in others, and extreme heat.
- Colombia is issuing preventive alerts, with a high probability of El Niño consolidating between June and August 2026.
- The Caribbean, Andean, and Pacific regions of Colombia are most exposed to potential droughts and water scarcity.
- Authorities are activating prevention mechanisms to anticipate risks and prepare communities.