National Hurricane Center Unveils Updated Forecast Cone Graphic
National Hurricane Center Unveils Updated Forecast Cone Graphic
US · Published Apr 5, 2026
• The National Hurricane Center is updating its forecast cone graphic to better communicate storm risks.
• The new graphic includes inland tropical storm and hurricane warnings for the U.S., Hawaii, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
• Brighter colors and clearer messaging aim to address common misunderstandings about the 'cone of uncertainty'.
NHC updates track forecast cone graphic for 2026
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is introducing an updated track forecast cone graphic for the Atlantic hurricane season, starting June 1, 2026.
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