A coastally trapped Kelvin wave is advancing northward along the Mexican coastline and is projected to reach California waters over the coming month, bringing elevated sea levels, record-warm ocean temperatures, and increased coastal flooding risks. What Is a Coastally Trapped Kelvin Wave? If the term “Kelvin wave” is unfamiliar, you are not alone. These waves ...
Washington D.C. Winter Forecast 2026–2027: Mild Temperatures, Below-Average Snowfall Predicted The Washington, D.C. region is entering the 2026–2027 winter season with a forecast that favors manageable conditions, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac. While the DMV area recently dug out from a powerful storm that dumped snow and ice, canceled flights, and closed schools, the ...
In the middle of the Pacific Ocean, along the equator, scientists monitor a vast rectangular region known as Niño 3.4. Covering an area roughly two-thirds…
September is expected to bring above-average temperatures across most of the United States, according to the latest outlook from Atmospheric G2 and The Weather Company….
The sea level along California’s coast is projected to rise by about a foot by mid‑October as a coastal Kelvin wave — driven by the developing El Niño — pushes a large volume of water northward from offshore Mexico and Central America. According to Dillon Amaya, an oceanographer at North Carolina State University, the wave’s ...
Hurricane Lowell delivered a devastating blow to Hawaii as it swept past the state’s islands, leaving at least one person dead, damaging homes, and cutting power to tens of thousands, according to Gov. Josh Green. Governor Assesses Damage and Recovery Efforts We’ve seen an incredible amount of damage near the shore, Green told CNN’s Jake ...
An already powerful El Niño has intensified into “super” territory, crossing a critical threshold at an unprecedented pace for this time of year. The natural climate cycle, officially declared in June, has strengthened at a breakneck speed and is now stronger on this date than any previous event on record. Forecasters warn it is not ...