Recent satellite images indicate that large portions of the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea are experiencing temperatures 5°C (9°F) above normal, signaling the approach of a Super El Niño. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned of an 80% chance that this significant climate event will occur between June and August 2026, potentially resulting in global average temperatures rising by up to 3°C (5.4°F). The current marine heatwave, particularly off the coasts of France and Spain, is part of a broader pattern of rising ocean temperatures, driven by unusually warm subsurface waters in the Pacific. Historically, Super El Niño events have led to extreme weather patterns, including increased rainfall in certain regions and droughts in others. The WMO emphasizes the need for preparedness, as the consequences of this event could include exacerbated heatwaves and significant impacts on food prices, particularly for imports like bananas and rice. Experts predict that the upcoming El Niño could mirror the intensity of the record-breaking 1997/98 event.