Colorado State University's highly anticipated 2026 Atlantic hurricane season forecast calls for 19 named storms, 9 hurricanes, and 4 major hurricanes, well above the 30-year average. The season runs from June 1 through November 30.
Forecasters cite anomalously warm sea surface temperatures across the tropical Atlantic and a likely transition to La Nina conditions as primary drivers of the elevated outlook.
Emergency management agencies along the Gulf Coast and Eastern Seaboard are urging residents to begin preparations now, including reviewing evacuation routes and ensuring adequate insurance coverage before the season begins.
