NOAA releases 2026 Atlantic hurricane season activity forecast

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NOAA released its official 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast Thursday, predicting a below-average season with 8 to 14 named storms, 3 to 6 hurricanes, which include 1 to 3 major (Category 3+) storms this year.

In comparison, an average Atlantic hurricane season produces 14 named storms, including 7 hurricanes and 3 major hurricanes.

NOAA emphasized the suppressive impact it expects the developing El Niño climate pattern will have on tropical development in the Atlantic Ocean.

LiveNOW’s Anna Marsick brings NOAA Lead Seasonal Hurricane Forecaster Matthew Rosencrans into the conversation to discuss.

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