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What is the El Nino weather pattern

By Sanjana Shankar

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El Nino

El Nino refers to the warming of the ocean surface in the central and eastern tropical Pacific Ocean.

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Effects

El Nino affects climate patterns in several parts of the world and is typically associated with higher global temperatures.

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Weather pattern

The El Nino weather pattern also affects the temperatures of oceans, the speed and intensity of ocean currents, and coastal fisheries.

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Duration

El Nino occurs every two to seven years, lasting for nine to 12 months, and its effects vary depending on the time of year. 

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Information

The UN has warned that there is an increasing likelihood of El Nino in the coming months and it could set new heat records.

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