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‘Scariest-Ever’ El Nino to Paint the US in White This Winter
The Climate Prediction Center, a division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, has declared the arrival of El Niño, and it’s projected to persist through early winter.
With a staggering 90% or higher probability of extending into spring, the impact of this climatic phenomenon on the United States is bound to be substantial.
El Niño’s Trademark Division
El Niño traditionally cleaves the country in half, but the exact demarcation fluctuates from year to year. The southern regions, encompassing California, are poised to experience heightened precipitation during an El Niño winter. Conversely, the Pacific Northwest and Ohio Valley can expect drier and warmer conditions.
Dispelling Snowfall Myths
Contrary to popular belief, El Niño isn’t a guarantee of winter storms and copious amounts of snow. Michelle L’Heureux, a seasoned meteorologist from the Climate Prediction Center, elucidates that, in fact, El Niño tends to suppress widespread snowfall across North America.
Unraveling Snow Patterns
While El Niño may usher in additional moisture to the southern half of the nation, it doesn’t invariably translate to snow. Areas like…
