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 2018 Atlantic and East Pacific hurricane season produced 38 named storms, of which 21 became hurricanes and 12 reached major status (Category 3+). The strongest was Lane at 140 kt (161 mph). NOAA's best-track record logs 13 landfalls across the season. Data: NOAA HURDAT2 best track.
2018 season — frequently asked questions
How many hurricanes were there in 2018?
The 2018 season produced 38 named storms, 21 hurricanes, and 12 major hurricanes (Category 3 or stronger) across the Atlantic and East Pacific basins.
What was the strongest hurricane of 2018?
Lane, which peaked at 140 knots (161 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.