statistically most active period of Atlantic hurricane season
ANDREW'S SEASON (1992)
Below Normal
the last catastrophic storm in a below-normal forecast year
LONG-TERM AVG NAMED STORMS
14
per season; NOAA 1991–2020 baseline
Named Storms, Hurricanes & Major Hurricanes per Season (2010–2026)
* 2026 bar represents NOAA forecast midpoint estimate. Dashed yellow line = 1991–2020 baseline average of 14 named storms.
Key Questions
A below-normal seasonal forecast does not reduce the threat from individual storms. FEMA and state emergency agencies continue to maintain full preparedness protocols regardless of NOAA's seasonal outlook classification. Coastal residents should follow local emergency management guidance throughout the 2020-updated peak window of August through October.