# El Niño could affect Minnesota's weather this year

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Podcast: [Climate Cast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/climate-cast-316665)
Published: 2026-03-26T20:07:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2026/03/26/el-nino-could-affect-minnesotas-weather-this-year
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Warmer waters building in the tropical Pacific Ocean are suggesting an El Nino event developing late this year. Forecasts predict an event range from a moderate El Nino, to a so-called Super El Nino event, which could have dramatic effects on weather in Minnesota, the U.S. and the world. MPR News chief meteorologist Paul Huttner spoke with Andrew Freedman, a Senior Reporter for Climate & Weather at CNN, who has reported on the event.

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