Only nine named storms are expected basin-wide, according to researchers at Colorado State University, notably lower than the annual average of 14.4.

Forecasters now expect fewer Atlantic storms in 2026 because of a strong El Niño. Here's what that means for Mississippi.

After months of predicting a “below normal” hurricane season, weather researchers at Colorado State University further downgraded their forecast on Tuesday and now expect even fewer tropical storms than average to form in the Atlantic this year.

Forecasters say Arthur could generate life-threatening flash floods along the northern Gulf Coast. But it is not expected to strengthen further.

The dust can affect air quality, particularly for people with asthma, allergies and other respiratory conditions.

The eastern Pacific hurricane season could spin up a fourth storm, while things seem quiet in the Atlantic. Could that change? Some forecasts say yes.

NEW HOPE, JAMAICA - OCTOBER 28: A satellite view showed Hurricane Melissa approaching Jamaica as the sun rose near New Hope, Jamaica Oct. 28, 2025. (Photo by CSU/CIRA & NOAA/Anadolu via Getty Images) The Atlantic hurricane season was more active than ...

Colorado State University has updated its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting nine named storms and four hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.

El Niño to the rescue?