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Devastating El Nino Impact: Winter Vanishes and Severe Summer to Hit in February
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News18•17-10-2026, 15:32
Devastating El Nino Impact: Winter Vanishes and Severe Summer to Hit in February
- •According to Climate Trends, rising surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean due to El Nino are causing winter to disappear and summer to likely start as early as February.
- •Winter temperatures are being recorded 2 to 3 degrees Celsius above normal, with a noticeable decrease in chilly weather during nights.
- •The abnormal temperature rise poses a serious threat to Rabi crops like wheat, gram, and mustard, potentially causing decreased yields and increased pest outbreaks.
- •Poor monsoon rainfall has already reduced water storage in dams and reservoirs to dangerous levels, signaling a severe drinking water and irrigation crisis ahead.
Key Questions Answered
Due to El Nino, winter temperatures across India are recorded 2 to 3 degrees Celsius above normal levels, resulting in decreased chilly weather and warm conditions even at night.
The abnormal rise in temperature and drop in soil moisture slow down crop growth, reduce yield during flowering and grain-filling stages, and increase pest outbreaks, threatening crops like wheat, gram, mustard, and barley.
Authorities and farmers should practice water conservation, prioritize drinking water, cultivate rain-fed crops or millets requiring less water instead of paddy, and ensure adequate summer planning for livestock and health services.
