The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is experiencing a slow start. El Niño's strong wind shear is suppressing tropical storm development. Forecasters watch two areas for potential storm formation this week. NOAA now predicts a below-average hurricane season with fewer major storms. Activity may increase later if wind shear conditions ease.

El Niño has been hitting the snooze button on Atlantic hurricane season for weeks, but now it’s been shaken out of its slumber.

El Niño has been hitting the snooze button on Atlantic hurricane season for weeks, but at least one potential tropical troublemaker has a chance to shake the season out of its…