El Niño Quietens Atlantic Storms | Costa Rica News

Costa Rica News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 5, 2026 · 1m

This hurricane season is unusually calm in the Atlantic—with no hurricanes yet, despite being mid-September—thanks to El Niño, which is whipping up upper-level winds that shred storms before they form. While the Atlantic stays quiet, the Pacific is buzzing with activity, fueled by the same weather pattern. In Costa Rica, El Niño’s bringing dry heat, especially on the Pacific coast, with lasting effects on rainfall and water supplies. Don’t relax just yet: hurricane season isn’t over until November 30—and a quiet stretch doesn’t mean danger’s gone for good. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on…