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

Previous early forecasts have generally suggested a slightly below-average Atlantic season, while noting high levels of uncertainty in the forecast.

Forecasters with NOAA’s National Weather Service are predicting a below-normal hurricane season for the Atlantic basin this ...

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is ...

Atlantic hurricane season is going to look different this year. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) ...

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) on Thursday predicted that the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season could be below normal as El Niño intensifies amid its development. NOAA’s ...

NOAA released its 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast, predicting below-normal activity. But experts stress that preparation is still critical—one storm can cause serious damage.

NOAA released its official 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast Thursday, predicting a below-average season with 8 to 14 ...

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season officially begins in 11 days on June 1. Could it be a little “slower” than usual? Forecasters (and those all along the Gulf Coast) are hoping the answer is yes -- ...

Don’t let words ‘below average’ change the way you prepare,” said Ken Graham, director of the NOAA’s National Weather Service ...