What the El Nino weather pattern means for your summer weather
Rapid El Niño transition after dry winter may intensify heat and moisture extremes, with dry regions facing self-perpetuating soil dryness and eastern areas facing volatile precipitation.
Weather tracker: Storm Regina brings 6-metre waves to the Canaries
Storm Regina brought severe weather to the Canary Islands with 64mph winds and 5-6 metre waves, while the US experienced extreme temperature contrasts during winter 2025/26, including record heat in the west and Arctic cold in the east, making it the second warmest winter on record nationally.