UN revises down slightly likelihood of La Nina in 2024

The UN reports a slight decrease in the probability of La Nina occurring this year, now at 55-60% chance between September and February. Despite hopes that La Nina could lower temperatures after recent heat records, WMO chief Celeste Saulo warns it won’t change the long-term trajectory of rising global temperatures. The chance of El Nino redeveloping is negligible. Extreme weather continues even under neutral conditions, emphasizing the importance of early warning systems. READ FULL