Hurricane Lowell Weakening as It Moves North-Northeast
Hurricane Lowell Weakening as It Moves North-Northeast
US · Published Sep 8, 2026
• Hurricane Lowell, currently located near 20.3°N and 161.3°W as of 03:00 UTC on September 8, 2026, is moving toward the north-northeast at 16 knots (18.4 mph or 29.6 km/h). The storm's maximum sustained winds are 95 knots (109 mph or 175 km/h), with gusts reaching up to 115 knots (132 mph or 213 km/h). The minimum central pressure is estimated at 956 mb. Lowell is expected to gradually weaken over the next few days as it continues its trajectory across the Central Pacific. Forecasts indicate a reduction in wind speeds to 85 knots (98 mph or 157 km/h) by 12:00 UTC on September 8, and further weakening to 40 knots (46 mph or 74 km/h) by September 11,
• The storm's wind radii extend significantly, with tropical-storm-force winds reaching up to 150 nautical miles northeast and southeast of the center.

Impact & Risks

Hurricane Lowell poses risks primarily to marine areas in the Central Pacific, with high winds and rough seas expected. The storm's wind radii indicate that tropical-storm-force winds extend far from the center, potentially impacting shipping routes and small islands in the region. Seas are forecast to reach up to 4 meters (13 feet) in some quadrants, creating hazardous conditions for vessels. As the storm weakens, the intensity of these impacts is expected to diminish, but caution is advised for those in affected areas.

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