What forecasters are predicting for New Jersey’s 2026 hurricane season

Warmer climate patterns suggest a “below-normal” hurricane season, but there is still the potential for powerful storms.

By: Christopher Otto

Outlets: South Jersey Climate News

Published: June 17, 2026

Words: 293

Last Updated: 1 month, 2 weeks ago

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In 2025, the Atlantic ocean experienced an active hurricane season with three Category 5 storms.

This year, forecasters are predicting a “below-normal” season for the Atlantic. The main reason is an El Niño weather pattern that creates winds that tend to suppress tropical storms in the Atlantic.

“Most of the hurricane forecasts and predictions I’ve seen for the season are predicting a little bit less activity, and it’s mainly because of the …

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