2026 hurricane season
Coverage of 2026 hurricane season in the Nexus archive.
- Potential first tropical cyclone of the year developing in the Gulf
Forecasters have issued an advisory for the potential first tropical cyclone of the 2026 hurricane season, warning it could develop into a tropical storm by Wednesday. The advisory highlights the possibility of a tropical storm forming in the Gulf.
- Switch in sight
The article discusses a potential weather shift in Florida, with dry conditions expected to give way to increased moisture and scattered thunderstorms by Friday. A tropical wave near the Bay of Campeche has a 10% chance of development but is unlikely to impact Florida, while the 2026 Hurricane Season has officially begun.
- Keeping an eye to the Central American gyre for late next week
The 2026 hurricane season's initial activity in the eastern Pacific includes Hurricane Amanda and two developing systems. A Central American Gyre (CAG) is expected to form by mid to late next week, potentially influencing tropical development in the Atlantic, western Caribbean, and southern Gulf. Models suggest increased storminess near Mexico's Yucatán and possible heavy rainfall for the Gulf Coast.
- GOP senators delay immigration funding. And, what to expect this hurricane season
Congressional Republicans left for recess without passing Trump's immigration enforcement package, delaying a key policy priority. Meanwhile, forecasters predict the 2026 hurricane season will bring fewer storms than average.
- Hurricane season expected to be mild in 2026, but officials urge Texans to stay prepared
Texas officials expect a mild hurricane season in 2026 but are advising residents to maintain preparedness. The announcement comes from the Texas Division of Emergency Management, which continues monitoring weather patterns following recent hurricane activity.
- US will see below-average 2026 hurricane season with up to 14 named storms, Noaa predicts
NOAA predicts the 2026 US hurricane season will be below average with 8-14 named storms, with a 55% probability of below-normal activity. The forecast comes amid concerns about staffing cuts under the Trump administration affecting hurricane preparedness.
- Why the 2026 Hurricane Season Might Not Be That Bad
El Niño is expected to arrive in 2026 and will likely suppress hurricane formation, potentially resulting in a below-average storm season. However, the article cautions that even a single hurricane landfall could still cause significant catastrophic damage.
- Millions of Americans told to 'prepare NOW' as 2026 hurricane season is just days away
Millions of Americans are being urged to prepare for the upcoming 2026 hurricane season, which is approaching within days. Officials are warning residents to take preventative measures and readiness steps ahead of the season.