Strongest El Niño in 140 Years Threatens Texas with Ice, Hail, and Severe Storms
Texas has supposedly already survived the hot summer, even though September can still be one of the hottest months of the year for the state. In my opinion, October, November, and December usually bring some of the nicest weather Texas receives. To me, the weather during those months feels more like what fall feels like in other parts of the country. But according to meteorologists, this year could bring a very different perspective on what “nice weather” looks like in Texas.
Weather Experts Issue Warning Over What’s Brewing off the Pacific Coast for Texas
There has been a lot of talk this year about how unusual the upcoming winter could be because of El Niño. El Niño is a naturally occurring climate pattern characterized by the unusual warming of surface waters in the central and eastern tropical Pacific Ocean. In layman’s terms, what happens in this area of the Pacific can influence what type of winter we experience here in Texas. Right now, forecasts are pointing toward the possibility of a chilly, cold, and wet winter for Texas.
The Rare Climate Event Heading Straight for Texas
National Weather Service meteorologist Mack Moore stated that El Niño conditions are forecast and that a strong El Niño could develop moving into early winter. These conditions can typically result in cooler and wetter-than-normal weather in parts of the country. The real question, in my opinion, is: Will Texas be prepared?
What Happens When the Strongest El Niño in 140 Years Hits the Texas Coast?
This year could be different from what we normally experience. We’re talking about the possibility of a significant change when it comes to our weather. That doesn’t guarantee that Texas will experience a massive impact throughout the entire winter season, but experts are watching the situation closely. According to the latest figures from the Climate Prediction Center, there is a greater than 90% chance that El Niño conditions will continue into the upcoming months. So, Texas, you might want to grab that big jacket from all the way in the back of your closet and get prepared. If this forecast holds, October and November could be a sign that a much colder winter is on the way.
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