Tropical Storm Elida (2026) Track & History
Tropical Storm Elida was an Eastern Pacific tropical cyclone tracked from Jul 12, 2026 12:00 UTC to Jul 20, 2026 12:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 70 mph (Tropical Storm) on Jul 18, 2026 12:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 990 mb.
Elida track history
| Time (UTC) | Position | Winds | Pressure | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 12, 2026 12:00 UTC | 11.6°N 95.4°W | 30 mph | — | Disturbance |
| Jul 13, 2026 00:00 UTC | 12.0°N 98.1°W | 30 mph | — | Disturbance |
| Jul 14, 2026 00:00 UTC | 14.1°N 103.5°W | 35 mph | 1009 mb | Disturbance |
| Jul 15, 2026 00:00 UTC | 14.7°N 109.7°W | 35 mph | 1006 mb | Tropical Depression |
| Jul 16, 2026 00:00 UTC | 15.4°N 114.7°W | 50 mph | 999 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Jul 17, 2026 00:00 UTC | 15.8°N 118.8°W | 65 mph | 994 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC | 17.1°N 122.1°W | 65 mph | 992 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC | 20.1°N 124.5°W | 70 mph | 990 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Jul 20, 2026 00:00 UTC | 23.5°N 126.5°W | 50 mph | 996 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Jul 20, 2026 12:00 UTC | 25.7°N 127.1°W | 45 mph | 998 mb | Tropical Storm |
Positions are from the NHC preliminary best track, which may be revised in the final Tropical Cyclone Report. See the NHC 2026 advisory archive.
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Frequently asked questions
How strong did Tropical Storm Elida get?
Tropical Storm Elida was an Eastern Pacific tropical cyclone tracked from Jul 12, 2026 12:00 UTC to Jul 20, 2026 12:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 70 mph (Tropical Storm) on Jul 18, 2026 12:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 990 mb.
Is Elida still active?
No. Elida is no longer an active tropical cyclone. The National Hurricane Center's last best-track position was at 25.7°N, 127.1°W on Jul 20, 2026 12:00 UTC.
Hurricane categories
| Category | Sustained winds | Knots | Expected damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category 1 | 74–95 mph | 64–82 kt | Very dangerous winds will produce some damage |
| Category 2 | 96–110 mph | 83–95 kt | Extremely dangerous winds will cause extensive damage |
| Category 3 (major) | 111–129 mph | 96–112 kt | Devastating damage will occur |
| Category 4 (major) | 130–156 mph | 113–136 kt | Catastrophic damage will occur |
| Category 5 (major) | 157 mph or higher | 137 kt or higher | Catastrophic damage will occur |