July broke heat records as El Niño builds toward potential peak
July 2026 set a new record for global sea-surface temperatures. Tropical Pacific waters are now 3°C warmer than average, pushed by developing El Niño.
Why it mattersStronger El Niño events mean more extreme weather globally. Droughts, floods, and storms shift patterns across the Pacific and beyond. This affects farming, water supplies, and communities worldwide.
AustraliaAustralia sits directly in the El Niño's path. Past strong events have triggered droughts, bush fires, and disrupted rainfall patterns across the country, affecting agriculture, water availability, and fire seasons.
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