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El Niño
El Niño is a climate phenomenon that is influencing the 2026‑2027 winter weather pattern. The Old Farmer’s Almanac on 2026‑11‑02 forecasts a strong El Niño, predicting a sharp north‑south divide in snowfall with warm, snow‑free conditions in southern and southeastern states.
What to know
- The Atlantic hurricane season has gone 103 days without a hurricane, the longest gap since 1914. Nov 5
- El Niño, a warm‑Pacific climate pattern, increased vertical wind shear and suppressed storm development. Nov 5
- The Old Farmer’s Almanac forecasts snow in the Pacific Northwest, northern Rockies, and parts of the Midwest. Nov 2
- A strong El Niño is expected, raising the chance of warm, snow‑free weather in southern and southeastern states. Nov 2
- The Super El Niño is forecast to slowly peak around late December. Oct 31
Timeline
- Nov 5, 2026
- Nov 2, 2026
- Oct 31, 2026
- Oct 15, 2026
- Aug 10, 2026
