As the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season officially gets underway today, June 1, 2026, cruise passengers may be getting some welcome news. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is forecasting a quieter-than-normal season, with fewer storms expected to form between now and November 30.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season outlook, released May 21, predicts a below-average season driven largely by the anticipated development of El Niño. NOAA predicts a 55 percent chance of a below-normal season, a 35 percent chance of a near-normal season, and only a 10 percent chance of an a...
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