2026 hurricane season maps tracker: Dolly, areas to watch
The remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly are moving west-northwest and remain disorganized east of the Leeward Islands. While some reports suggest the system could reorganize near Florida or enter the Gulf of Mexico, other forecasts indicate redevelopment is unlikely. The National Hurricane Center is currently tracking two systems. A separate weather system may form in nearby waters next week, potentially threatening the US ahead of the Labor Day weekend.
What changed
Dolly has degenerated into remnants moving west-northwest while a second system is now under monitoring.
Live updates
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Remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly move west-northwest toward Florida
The remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly are moving west-northwest and remain disorganized east of the Leeward Islands. While some reports suggest the system could reorganize near Florida or enter the Gulf of Mexico, other forecasts indicate redevelopment is unlikely. The National Hurricane Center is currently tracking two systems. A separate weather system may form in nearby waters next week, potentially threatening the US ahead of the Labor Day weekend.
Why it matters
Dolly is the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. Florida's tropical activity typically peaks between August and October. This monitoring occurs during the official season which runs from June 1 to November 30.
What is confirmed
- The National Hurricane Center is tracking two systems, including the remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly.
- Dolly remnants are moving west-northwest and remain disorganized.
Still unconfirmed
- A separate system might form in nearby waters next week.
What to watch next
- Formation of the second monitored system next week.
confidence 80%Sources used for this update (6)
- www.actionnewsjax.com — Talking the Tropics w/Mike: Dolly remnants moving west/northwest remains disorganized
- www.newsweek.com — Maps Show How Tropical Storms Could Threaten US Ahead of Labor Day Weekend
- www.wflx.com — TROPICS: 2 areas to monitor, neither pose a threat to South Florida
- www.aol.com — Hurricane center tracking 2 systems, including remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly
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Tropical Storm Dolly heads toward Caribbean, forecast to weaken
Tropical Storm Dolly formed in the Atlantic on Thursday and is moving toward the Caribbean. The storm is forecast to degenerate before any landfall. Dolly is the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring the storm's progress.
Why it matters
The 2026 hurricane season is active, with Tropical Storm Iselle weakening in the East Pacific. The Pacific region is experiencing high storm activity. Forecasters are tracking Dolly to determine if it poses a threat to Florida.
What is confirmed
- Tropical Storm Dolly formed in the Atlantic on Thursday.
- Dolly is moving toward the Caribbean.
- The storm is forecast to degenerate before any landfall.
- Dolly is the fourth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
What to watch next
- Tropical Storm Dolly's progress and potential impact on Florida
- The development of other tropical systems in the Atlantic and Pacific
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- www.chicagotribune.com — Tropical Storm Dolly speeding toward Caribbean, hurricane center says
- www.wokv.com — Talking the Tropics w/Mike: Dolly weakens back to a tropical wave...need to keep on eye on remnants
- www.local10.com — Tropical Storm Dolly forms, but quickly unravels east of the islands
- www.yahoo.com — Hurricane season maps tracker: Dolly, forecasts and more in the Pacific, Atlantic
- www.sun-sentinel.com — Will Tropical Storm Dolly threaten Florida? Here’s the latest tracking map and spaghetti models
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Tropical Storm Dolly forms in Atlantic as Pacific storms merge
Tropical Storm Dolly formed in the Atlantic on Thursday and is moving toward the Caribbean. In the East Pacific, Tropical Storm Iselle is weakening far from Hawaii and is expected to absorb Tropical Storm Julio. The Pacific region is currently experiencing relentless storm activity and is described as a hot spot for tropical systems. Forecasters are monitoring Dolly to determine if the storm poses a threat to Florida.
Why it matters
Concurrent activity in both the Atlantic and Pacific basins increases the global load on weather monitoring systems. The merger of Pacific storms Iselle and Julio demonstrates how multiple systems can interact in a high-activity environment.
What is confirmed
- Tropical Storm Dolly formed in the Atlantic on Thursday.
- Tropical Storm Iselle is expected to absorb Tropical Storm Julio in the Pacific Ocean.
- Tropical Storm Iselle is weakening far from Hawaii in the East Pacific.
Still unconfirmed
- Tropical Storm Dolly may pose a threat to Florida.
What to watch next
- Forecast model updates regarding Dolly's path toward the Caribbean
- Confirmation of the merger between Iselle and Julio
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (8)
- AP News — Tropical Storm Iselle expected to absorb Tropical Storm Julio in the Pacific Ocean
- Honolulu Star-Advertiser — Tropical Storm Iselle weakening far from Hawaii in East Pacific
- San Francisco Chronicle — The Pacific is a ‘hot spot’ for storms right now. Here’s why — and how long it will last
- The Weather Channel — 2026 hurricane season maps tracker: Current storms, forecast
- Yahoo — Relentless activity in the Pacific carries on
- wolverineswire.usatoday.com — Tropical Storm Dolly forms in central Atlantic. Florida impacts?
- www.yahoo.com — Hurricane forecast: Is Dolly a Florida tropical storm threat?
- www.sun-sentinel.com — Will Tropical Storm Dolly threaten Florida? Here’s the latest tracking map and spaghetti models