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Q: What is the term for a rapid rise in sea surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean?

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Last update 2024.09.24

Arab Weather - The term that describes this event is El Niño. El Niño occurs when sea surface temperatures rise rapidly and significantly in the tropical Pacific Ocean, leading to major changes in global weather patterns, such as increased rainfall in some areas and drought in others.

What is the term for a rapid rise in sea surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean?