Hurricane season archive
Every Atlantic and East Pacific system that reached tropical-storm strength since 2015 — peak intensity, dates, and landfalls from NOAA's official HURDAT2 best-track record, plus the current season as it happens. Click any storm for its full track map and intensity chart.
The 2016 Atlantic and East Pacific hurricane season produced 37 named storms, of which 21 became hurricanes and 11 reached major status (Category 3+). The strongest was Matthew at 145 kt (167 mph). NOAA's best-track record logs 18 landfalls across the season. Data: NOAA HURDAT2 best track.
2016 season — frequently asked questions
How many hurricanes were there in 2016?
The 2016 season produced 37 named storms, 21 hurricanes, and 11 major hurricanes (Category 3 or stronger) across the Atlantic and East Pacific basins.
What was the strongest hurricane of 2016?
Matthew, which peaked at 145 knots (167 mph).
When does hurricane season start and end?
The Atlantic hurricane season officially runs June 1 to November 30; the East Pacific season starts May 15. Peak activity is typically mid-August through October.