✉news EnvironmentOceans first seen 6 h ago, last 31 min ago, peak #8
Indian Ocean Dipole turns positive, but may defy forecasts
Original: Signs of a positive Indian Ocean Dipole, but it may not follow the textbook
Weather monitoring indicates the Indian Ocean Dipole is showing signs of entering a positive phase, a pattern typically associated with above-average rainfall in parts of East Africa and Australia. However, forecasters caution this event may not follow the usual textbook behaviour, meaning typical rainfall and temperature impacts are less certain than usual for affected regions this season.
Why now: A developing positive Indian Ocean Dipole has major implications for rainfall and drought outlooks across countries bordering the Indian Ocean.
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