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

Colorado State University released its first forecast, and it says there will 13 named storms, of which six will become hurricanes.

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 ...

With wind speeds that reached a whopping 185 mph by Tuesday morning and rainbands that could flood the Caribbean with feet of water, Hurricane Melissa will likely go down as the most devastating ...

Giant plumes of Sahara Desert dust that gust across the Atlantic can suppress hurricane formation over the ocean and affect weather in North America. But thick dust plumes can also lead to heavier ...

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 ...