Watch Live: NOAA's 2026 Atlantic hurricane season outlook announced
NOAA has announced its outlook for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, which begins on June 1. The forecast suggests that the upcoming season may be influenced by the El Niño climate pattern, potentially leading to fewer storms. NOAA's predictions will be updated throughout the summer as conditions evolve.
- ▪The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, with peak activity typically occurring between August and October.
- ▪NOAA's 2026 outlook is being released about six weeks after a similar forecast from Colorado State University, which predicts slightly less activity than usual.
- ▪El Niño is expected to influence the 2026 hurricane season, historically associated with fewer Atlantic storms.
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U.S. Watch Live: NOAA announces 2026 Atlantic hurricane season outlook By Emily Mae Czachor Emily Mae Czachor News Editor Emily Mae Czachor is a reporter and news editor at CBSNews.com. She typically covers breaking news, extreme weather and issues involving social justice. Emily Mae previously wrote for outlets like the Los Angeles Times, BuzzFeed and Newsweek. Read Full Bio Emily Mae Czachor May 21, 2026 / 10:57 AM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season begins June 1, and as coastal residents watch the forecast and wait to see what nature has in store, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its outlook for the months ahead.As the federal agency responsible for weather and climate predictions, NOAA also encompasses the National…
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