The verdict? The CAC predicts 12 named storms, five hurricanes and two major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher).

Seven Hawker Hurricanes flew together at Old Warden in a historic formation. This marked the largest UK Hurricane flight since 1946. The sound and sight were a direct link to WWII aviation history.

NEW HOPE, JAMAICA - OCTOBER 28: A satellite view showed Hurricane Melissa approaching Jamaica as the sun rose near New Hope, Jamaica Oct. 28, 2025. (Photo by CSU/CIRA & NOAA/Anadolu via Getty ...

The first outlook from Colorado State University for the 2026 hurricane season suggests that the Atlantic basin could be in store for below-average activity, with 13 named storms, six of which are ...

Colorado State University’s first 2026 hurricane forecast predicts below-average activity. But North Carolina has seen its fair share of devastating storms, even during weaker seasons. Deztynee Bryan ...

If you're among those tempted to take hurricane season a little more lightly this year because early seasonal outlooks call for fewer-than-average storms, weather and disaster experts would like a ...

Colorado State University is forecasting a below-average 2026 hurricane season with 13 named storms. The presence of a robust El Nino is expected to suppress storm formation in the Atlantic.

GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Colorado State University released its initial 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast Thursday, predicting below-normal activity overall despite warmer-than-normal ...

Meteorologists are monitoring ocean and atmospheric conditions for early signs of the 2026 hurricane season. A transition from La Niña to ENSO-neutral conditions is expected from February through ...

No doubt you've heard talk that El Niño is going to limit tropical activity in the Atlantic this hurricane season. That's a possibility, though it's not a slam dunk. The El Niño hasn't developed yet, ...