2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season Remains Quiet
• The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season has been unusually quiet, with no hurricanes reported as of September
• NOAA forecasts for this season predicted below-average activity due to strong El Niño conditions, which suppress tropical storm formation. Historically, the Atlantic hurricane season averages 14 named storms, seven hurricanes, and three major hurricanes. This year, NOAA adjusted its predictions to 7-13 named storms, 2-6 hurricanes, and up to two major hurricanes. If no hurricanes form by November 30, it will be only the third time in recorded history that the season ends without a hurricane.
Impact & Risks
While the season has been calm so far, NOAA warns that tropical storms and hurricanes can still develop later in the season. A low-pressure system east of Bermuda has a 30% chance of cyclone formation within seven days. Even in quiet years, brief favorable conditions can lead to dangerous storms. Residents in hurricane-prone areas should remain vigilant, as late-season storms can intensify rapidly and cause significant damage.
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