El Niño is a naturally occurring weather phenomenon but its effects are worse because of climate change.

Scientists expect 2027 to be one of the hottest years on record, potentially dethroning 2024, which came in 1.5C above the pre-industrial average.

World Meteorological Organisation now almost certain of heat intensifying worldwide from June

The WMO forecasts an 80% chance of El Niño by August, warning of significant global climate impacts and urgent action needed.