Southern Oscillation: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	SO • ENSO

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Graph depicting the influence of El Niño/Southern Oscillation (ENSO) on rainfall produced by the Indian summer monsoon. During years when ENSO is active, monsoon-driven precipitation over India often declines.

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Southern Oscillation Index Climate change El Niño/Southern Oscillation El Niño North Atlantic Oscillation

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