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AccuWeather Forecasts Above-Average Pacific Hurricanes for Hawaii, SoCal, Mexico in 2026

May 6, 2026
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AccuWeather Forecasts Above-Average Pacific Hurricanes for Hawaii, SoCal, Mexico in 2026

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An AccuWeather analysis released Wednesday predicts exceptionally warm waters and a developing El Niño will drive an above-average 2026 Pacific hurricane season. The forecast estimates 17 to 22 named storms for the Eastern Pacific and four to seven for the Central Pacific, with specific risks of direct impacts to Hawaii, Southern California, and Mexico due to reduced wind shear and increased ocean heat.

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