South Africa could be heading towards an unusually hot and dry summer as a powerful El Niño continues to strengthen over the Pacific Ocean.
The developing weather pattern is attracting attention because it could become one of the strongest El Niño events seen in decades.
As reported by The South African, forecasters are watching the possibility of the event reaching the level informally known as a ‘Super El Niño‘ – something that has only happened three times since 1950.
That does not mean South Africa is guaranteed another drought or a repeat of previous extreme weather seasons. But it does give the months ahead plenty to watch.
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