Less than two weeks until hurricane season starts<\/p>\n
NOAA 2026<\/p>\n
NOAA forecast for the 2026 Hurricane season is in! NOAA is predicting the season will be below normal. A similar prediction to Colorado State University\u2019s forecast that went live in April.<\/p>\n
NOAA and CSU both predicting a below average season<\/p>\n
The dip in hurricane activity is tied to an El Ni\u00f1o pattern that will develop this summer. When El Ni\u00f1o is in place, it creates more wind shear in the parts of the Atlantic Basin. The wind shear limits storm development, as it acts like scissors, shredding the hurricane\u2019s circulation apart.<\/p>\n
However, it will be a tug-of-war, as NOAA predicts warmer waters in the Atlantic that could aid storm development. The bottom line is to stay prepared.<\/p>\n
How El Nino Works<\/p>\n
Although hurricane activity is trending lower this season, it only takes one storm to cause devastation. As a reminder, hurricane season runs from June 1st to November 30th. We want to help you prepare, so be sure to let us know if you have any questions related to hurricane season.<\/p>\n
You can submit your question here: What questions do you have about Houston\u2019s 2026 hurricane season?<\/a><\/p>\n Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.<\/p>\n