Below Average Expectations: NOAA's 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released its outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, predicting a below average number of storms.
The forecast is based on current climate patterns, which are expected to influence the upcoming season.
A Season of Caution NOAA's forecast predicts eight to 14 named storms, three to six hurricanes, and one to three major hurricanes.