The criteria for a La Niña is five consecutive periods of three months (7 months) with an average anomaly of < -0.5°C. Even if December reaches that anomaly, which is doubtful, the anomaly would have to extend into April to fit the criteria, something that is not going to happen.

Isn't it time NOAA throws the towel and admits there will not be a La Niña in the 2024-25 season? That would be better than changing the data to fit the prediction.

If NOAA wants to improve its ENSO prediction skills they should take into account the solar cycle. A La Niña during a solar maximum year is very unlikely. My prediction since May has been for a neutral year.