Experts say people in hurricane-prone areas should essentially ignore 2026 hurricane season forecasts and prepare for a dangerous season.

With the beginning of the Atlantic hurricane season coming up June 1, eyes are on the possibility of tropical mischief forming along the Southeastern coast of the U.S. within the first two weeks of

The official start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is on Monday, June 1, but AccuWeather hurricane experts are already keeping an eye on the potential for tropical development come early June. "A close eye will have to be kept on the far southwestern Atlantic during the first and second weeks of June as atmospheric conditions are expected to become more favorable for tropical development,

A strong El Niño weather pattern is expected to develop and intensify during the 2026 hurricane season, which could suppress the formation of tropical storms and hurricanes.

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The Atlantic hurricane season officially starts June 1, although storms have formed earlier. Forecasters say Florida residents shouldn't be concerned about any tropical waves out there this early in the season.