In 2020, La Niña conditions contributed to an exceptionally active Atlantic hurricane season, resulting in multiple major storms. The influence of La Niña on weather patterns underscored the complexities of climate systems and their impacts on natural disasters. This season highlighted the importance of understanding climate variability in preparing for and responding to extreme weather events.

The strengthening of La Niña during the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season influenced Caribbean and Gulf poetry, as writers began to address themes of storm resilience and climate vulnerability in their works. Poets like Rita Dove and Elizabeth Acevedo captured the emotional and physical landscapes shaped by these environmental changes.