El Niño update – July 2026

This document is an official update from uMngeni-uThukela Water on the current state of El Niño, based on a report from the International Research Institute for Climate and Society dated 20 July 2026. It states that El Niño conditions are intensifying in the Central Pacific Ocean and are expected to remain strong through the upcoming spring and summer seasons with a 100% probability. The update is intended for residents, water managers, and local authorities in the service area to prepare for potential impacts on water resources.