A predicted exceptionally intense El Niño climate event forecasted to develop around mid-2026, characterized by extreme warming of sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern tropical Pacific Ocean, potentially leading to global disruptions such as intensified heatwaves, droughts, floods, and heightened hurricane activity.

Term used in meteorological forecasts referring to a 'super' strength El Niño (Nino 3.4 index exceeding +2°C), with models indicating a 60%+ chance of emergence by June-August 2026 and persistence into late 2026 or 2027.