Gizmodo iconGizmodoSep 3, 2026

Here’s What the ‘Super’ El Niño Could Mean for Snowfall Across the US This Winter

The strongest effects of El Niño typically arrive in winter, and this unprecedented event could have a huge impact on snowfall patterns.

Here’s What the ‘Super’ El Niño Could Mean for Snowfall Across the US This Winter

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The strongest effects of El Niño typically arrive in winter, and this unprecedented event could have a huge impact on snowfall patterns.

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The strongest effects of El Niño typically arrive in winter, and this unprecedented event could have a huge impact on snowfall patterns.

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