This summer isn't breaking heat records—yet. Wait until El Nino kicks in, scientists say

Phys.org Wednesday 05 August 2026, 02:00 UTC 1 min read

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Wildfires are burning in North America and Europe. Deadly heat waves have parked over cities and the world's oceans are the hottest ever recorded for this time of year. A strengthening El Niño is forecast to be off-the-charts, spiking global temperatures and warping weather all over.

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New Zealand capital delights in rare snowfall as southern city residents ski down world’s steepest street

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This summer isn't breaking heat records—yet. Wait until El Nino kicks in, scientists say

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