2026 Central Pacific Hurricane Season Forecast by the National Weather Service

Thanks to John Bravender, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service, for another informative session. The outlook for the Central Pacific is 5-13 Tropical Cyclones, and a 70% chance of an above normal season. The El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO) outlook is a very high probability of a very strong El Nino – which means that it is more likely that certain impacts to weather could occur.

This is the full presentation. There are useful tips on how to be prepared toward the end of the presentation. Given the outlook for this hurricane season, please determine if you can/should shelter in place by accessing the Homeowner’s Handbook published by the UH Sea Grant. The Department of Emergency Management (DEM) will announce if/when any shelters will be made available, and you should have your evacuation bag already packed. Prepare ahead of time and avoid any last minute preparations.