In November, the West Pacific experienced a rare cluster of four tropical cyclones, the first occurrence since 1961, prompting discussions about the influence of climate change on global weather patterns. This event coincided with the Philippines enduring its sixth typhoon in one month, including the devastating Supertyphoon Man-Yi, which claimed over 160 lives since October. Simultaneously, the Atlantic witnessed two Category 5 hurricanes, Helene and Milton, which caused catastrophic damage in Florida. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), higher global temperatures amplify storm intensity through increased evaporation and elevated sea surface temperatures, resulting in stronger winds and heavier rainfall. However, scientists stress that attributing specific weather events solely to climate change is complex, as other atmospheric phenomena may also contribute.

Tropical storm researchers indicate that the sub-tropical ridge, a high-pressure system, has shifted unusually northward, steering storms into warmer waters conducive to their development. While climate change has likely intensified tropical storms, studies suggest it may also reduce their frequency during late seasons. Researchers at Climate Central reported that warmer ocean temperatures in the Atlantic have heightened hurricane wind speeds by 18 mph since 2019, with over 80% of recent storms showing significant influence from carbon pollution. Experts emphasize that while the evidence of increased storm intensity is strong, the exact relationship between climate change and the clustering of storms, such as the recent typhoon anomaly, requires further investigation to elucidate long-term patterns and impacts.