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Atlantic Tropics Quiet As Pacific Storms Brew
26 Jul
Summary
- No tropical cyclone activity is expected in the Atlantic for the next seven days.
- Hurricane Fausto is east of Hawaii, while Hurricane Genevieve churns southwest of Mexico.
- The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30 annually.
As of Sunday, July 26, 2026, the National Hurricane Center in Miami, Florida, reports a calm period for the North Atlantic, Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of America, with no tropical cyclone formation anticipated in the upcoming seven days. This follows a quiet start to the hurricane season, with only Tropical Storm Arthur and Tropical Storm Bertha forming.
In contrast, the Pacific Ocean is experiencing significant activity. Hurricane Fausto is currently east of Hawaii, continuing its westward movement. Meanwhile, Hurricane Genevieve, located southwest of Mexico, is rapidly intensifying and is forecast to become a major hurricane by late Sunday. Satellite imagery indicates hurricane-force winds extend up to 40 miles from its center. The Atlantic hurricane season officially spans from June 1 to November 30 each year, with peak activity typically occurring between August and October. The list of potential storm names for 2026 includes Cristobal as the third name should a system develop. The National Hurricane Center resumed its tropics advisories on May 15, ahead of the official season start.
