El Niño May Damp 2026 Hurricane Season, But Coastal Risk Looms
Experts say El Niño is likely to reduce overall Atlantic hurricane activity in 2026, but they warn that storm risk will shift geographically and coastal communities still face threats.
Forecasters expect a below-average 2026 hurricane season due to El Niño, which typically reduces overall storm formation. However, experts caution this represents a redistribution of risk rather than elimination: storms may shift locations and coastal areas can still experience significant impacts.