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2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season

Hurricane Rene 2026

Rene is the 17th named storm on the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season list. The season runs June 1 – November 30. Use the tools below to track Rene in real time if it forms.

Hurricane Rene — Key Facts

Season
2026 Atlantic
Name Order
17th named storm
Basin
Atlantic
Season Window
June 1 – November 30

Previous Storm Named Rene

Tropical Storm Rene formed in the central Atlantic in September 2020 and dissipated at sea.

Note: The 2026 storm named Rene is a completely separate system from the 2020 storm.

Frequently Asked Questions — Hurricane Rene 2026

Is there a Hurricane Rene in 2026?

Hurricane Rene is the 17th name on the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season list. The season runs from June 1 – November 30. Check our live tracker to see if Rene is currently active.

When could Hurricane Rene form?

Rene would be the 17th named storm of the 2026 Atlantic season. Peak Atlantic hurricane season activity typically runs from mid-August through mid-October, with the statistical peak on September 10.

How do I track Hurricane Rene?

Use the live tracker at whereisthehurricanenow.com/tracker for real-time position and forecast cone. View spaghetti models (GFS, EURO, HWRF) at /spaghetti-models. Sign up for free SMS and email alerts at /alerts so you're notified the moment Rene forms.

What states could Hurricane Rene affect?

Any Atlantic hurricane can potentially affect the Gulf Coast, Atlantic Coast, or Caribbean depending on its track. Florida, Texas, Louisiana, and the Carolinas are historically the most frequently impacted states. Use our storm surge lookup at /storm-surge to check your specific ZIP code risk.

Hurricane Categories Explained

The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale rates hurricane intensity from Category 1 (minimal) to Category 5 (catastrophic) based on maximum sustained wind speed. Any named storm — including Rene — can intensify rapidly. The NHC issues updated forecasts every 6 hours for active systems.

Cat 1
74–95 mph
Minimal damage to well-constructed homes.
Cat 2
96–110 mph
Extensive damage.
Cat 3
111–129 mph
Devastating damage.
Cat 4
130–156 mph
Catastrophic damage.
Cat 5
157+ mph
Complete destruction.

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