The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts a 60% chance of a La Niña event developing this autumn, which could last until March. La Niña, characterized by cooler sea surface temperatures in the Pacific, can lead to extreme weather globally, including colder and wetter conditions in Europe. This winter is expected to bring colder temperatures to western Europe, particularly France, the UK, and Scandinavia, while some areas may experience more rain. The phenomenon is linked to climate change, which intensifies weather extremes. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)