Hurricane Center NOAA Update

2026 NOAA Hurricane Season Outlook is out

2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast released: How many storms does NOAA expect?

NOAA released its 2026 hurricane outlook for the Atlantic Ocean on Thursday and is expecting to see fewer named storms than an average season for a change.

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NOAA's 2026 Atlantic hurricane season outlook announced

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How bad will 2026 Atlantic hurricane season be? NOAA issues its prediction

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NOAA calls for below average hurricane season for first time since 2015

NOAA predicts a below-normal hurricane season due to the expected arrival of El Niño.

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Why this year's Atlantic hurricane season could produce fewer big storms

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Forecasters Expect Fewer Hurricanes This Year, but There’s a Catch

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NOAA is predicting another calm, ‘below-normal’ Atlantic hurricane season

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on Thursday released its hurricane outlook, calling for eight to 14 named storms with three to six becoming hurricanes and one to three reaching maj...

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Officials Forecast 'Below-Average' Hurricane Season, but Warn 'It Just Takes One'

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NOAA Predicts Below-Normal 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season with 55% Chance of Fewer Storms

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NOAA's hurricane forecast includes El Niño and a surprising twist

Experts say people in hurricane-prone areas should essentially ignore 2026 hurricane season forecasts and prepare for a dangerous season.

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National Hurricane Center keeps eye on tropics as start of season nears

We've moved another day closer to the official start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. It also happens to be the date NOAA will release its predictions for the upcoming season. Watch for our coverage of the announcement and the impact El Niño will have on the season.