European scientists predict that 2024 will be the hottest year on record, surpassing the Paris Agreement's 1.5 degrees Celsius target. The rise in temperatures is influenced by El Niño, while La Niña may slightly cool temperatures in 2025. Despite potential cooling, 2025 is expected to be among the hottest years. El Niño and La Niña are climate phenomena affecting global weather patterns, with La Niña associated with increased rainfall in certain regions. The World Meteorological Organisation indicates that even with La Niña, long-term warming trends due to greenhouse gases will continue. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)