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Last checked 10:03 UTC · Oct 31
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2026 Atlantic & Gulf hurricane season
Includes the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean.
Named storms so far
10
Atlantic activity
LATE SEASON
CSU 2026 outlook
Days until season ends
30
Late season — storms still possible through Nov 30
Active System
NHC · Last checked 10:03 UTC · Oct 31
The National Hurricane Center has no active Atlantic named storms in its latest successful check.
2026 Atlantic & Gulf hurricane season
Includes the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean.
Highlighted rows have recorded Florida Gulf Coast impacts. Newly detected storms retain their first observed advisory date; final dates and peak winds may be revised.
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