Don’t let this early heat wave fool you, a milder summer may be on the way. NBC4’s chief meteorologist Doug Kammerer is predicting this summer’s El Niño could be one of the strongest in history. His summer weather forecast is of a wet and cooler summer in the DMV.
While the projected “super El Niño” is expected to bring more severe weather to the west and south, it’ll likely lead to more rainstorms throughout the region, Kammerer says. The rain will help ease severe drought conditions throughout the state.
“We’re at a deficit upwards of six to 12 inches of rain over the last year. And this is the kind of pattern that could get us back to where we should be,” said Kammerer.
During an El Niño, the region tends to see cooler-than-average temperatures. So, expect a hot summer —but not one of temperatures exceeding 100 degrees. Kammerer predicts between 36 and 46 days with temperatures in the 90s, which is below average. But, keep in mind that more rain also brings more humidity.
Kammerer also believes the east coast could see fewer hurricanes this season. He predicts nine to 13 named stores and at least four hurricanes.
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