Atlantic hurricane season forecast: NOAA tropical outlook | See the numbers

Name: Atlantic hurricane season forecast: NOAA tropical outlook | See the numbers
Uploaded: 2026-05-21T16:11:39Z
Duration: 4 min 52 s

FOX LOCAL Orlando · May 21, 2026 · 4m 52s

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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its tropical forecast for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, predicting a below-normal season, citing a strong El Niño weather pattern, warmer ocean temperatures, and weaker trade winds. NOAA predicts 8-14 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 1-3 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher). The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 - November 30, 2026.