Atlantic Stirring: Depression May Become Fay

As of September 20, 2026, a tropical depression designated as Six has formed in the Atlantic Ocean. This system is currently meandering and is located approximately 525 miles southwest of the Azores islands, with sustained winds of 35 mph. Forecasters anticipate it could strengthen into the next named storm, Fay, later in the weekend, with wind speeds potentially reaching 45 mph.

This depression is expected to undergo a period of slight strengthening over the next day before gradually weakening. It is not projected to make landfall or cause any direct impacts to landmasses. Meteorologists suggest it may move northeastward before turning southwest and heading away from the Azores into early next week. Fay would be the sixth named storm of the season, arriving after a period of quiet since Tropical Storm Edouard.