NOAA predicts La Niña weather patterns will continue through March
La Niña is a natural climate pattern that occurs every few years
It is characterized by cooler than average sea surface temperatures in the central and eastern Pacific Ocean
La Niña can cause droughts in some regions and increased rainfall in others
NOAA advises people to stay informed about local weather conditions and prepare for potential impacts
La Niña is expected to weaken in the spring and return to neutral conditions by summer