Tropical Thursday - June 25, 2026 - Only 1 Named Storm So Far...Is This Normal?

Things look calm on the NHC 7 Day Tropical Outlook.

As of today, June 26, 2026, we have only had one named storm in the Atlantic side of the 2026 hurricane season. One of the HunkerDownGuide.com members just asked me "Is this normal?"

In a nutshell, yes.

• One named storm by late June is historically normal.
• June storms typically occur only every one to two years.
• Saharan dust outbreaks are currently keeping the Atlantic calm.
• Hostile upper-level winds are actively suppressing tropical development.
• Maybe the impact of El Nino is starting?

But it is the perfect time to start your preps:

• Review essential items for your hurricane emergency kit.
• Understand the specific hazards (wind, surge, flooding) that affect your region.
• Good place to start is taking our FREE Hurricane Plan 101 course at https://www.hunkerdownguide.com/courses