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 2021 Atlantic and East Pacific hurricane season produced 40 named storms, of which 15 became hurricanes and 6 reached major status (Category 3+). The strongest was Sam at 135 kt (155 mph). NOAA's best-track record logs 27 landfalls across the season. Data: NOAA HURDAT2 best track.
2021 season — frequently asked questions
How many hurricanes were there in 2021?
The 2021 season produced 40 named storms, 15 hurricanes, and 6 major hurricanes (Category 3 or stronger) across the Atlantic and East Pacific basins.
What was the strongest hurricane of 2021?
Sam, which peaked at 135 knots (155 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.