WMO Warns 2027 Could Be Hottest Year on Record Due to Strong El Niño

The World Meteorological Organization projects that an exceptionally strong El Niño could make 2027 the hottest year in recorded history. The forecast is based on new data, but the exact magnitude of the temperature anomaly remains uncertain. This matters because record heat would amplify climate-related risks to agriculture, water supplies, and infrastructure globally.

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