Historic Absence of Hurricanes Expected in the 2026 Atlantic Basin

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According to AccuWeather, the Atlantic hurricane season of 2026 may mark the first instance in the satellite era of no hurricanes occurring. As of September 9, five tropical storms—Arthur, Bertha, Cristobal, Dolly, and Edouard—have been identified in the region, but none have attained the 74 mph threshold necessary for hurricane classification. Typically, by mid-September, the average is nine tropical storms and four hurricanes. An intensifying El Niño is contributing to increased wind shear, thus hindering tropical system formation. Experts predict between eight to eleven named storms for the season, with three or four possibly escalating into hurricanes, while closely observing the Southeast U.S. coast for any developments. Disclosure:This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using Ai-assisted tools ai-generated

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00:00The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is approaching a historic milestone.

00:04As of September 9th, five tropical storms have formed across the Atlantic.

00:09They are Arthur, Bertha, Cristobal, Dolly, and Eduard.

00:12But so far, none have reached hurricane strength.

00:16A hurricane requires maximum sustained winds of at least 74 miles per hour.

00:21By mid-September, the historical average is nine tropical storms and four hurricanes.

00:26A strengthening El Nino is helping limit tropical activity this season.

00:30It can increase wind shear across the Atlantic's main development region.

00:34That disruptive wind shear can prevent tropical systems from forming or strengthening.

00:39If no hurricane forms through Friday, 2026 could set a satellite-era record.

00:44It would mark the latest first hurricane since satellite records began in the early 1960s.

00:50Forecasters are watching the southeastern U.S. coast for possible tropical development.

00:54The risk remains low, but conditions could become more favorable later this month.

00:59For now, meteorologists say it is still too early to declare a hurricane-free year.

01:04Disclosure.

01:05This video contains stock footage and content created or enhanced using AI-assisted tools AI generated.

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