Hurricane Isaias (2026) Track & History
Hurricane Isaias was an Atlantic tropical cyclone tracked from Oct 4, 2026 18:00 UTC to Oct 11, 2026 12:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 120 mph (Category 3) on Oct 9, 2026 12:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 959 mb.
Solid tracks: observed. Dashed tracks: forecast. The cone shows uncertainty in the center’s path, not the full area of impacts.
Isaias track history
| Time (UTC) | Position | Winds | Pressure | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 4, 2026 18:00 UTC | 22.0°N 96.5°W | 15 mph | — | Disturbance |
| Oct 5, 2026 00:00 UTC | 22.0°N 96.5°W | 25 mph | — | Disturbance |
| Oct 6, 2026 00:00 UTC | 22.3°N 96.1°W | 30 mph | 1009 mb | Disturbance |
| Oct 7, 2026 00:00 UTC | 21.7°N 95.3°W | 35 mph | 1006 mb | Tropical Depression |
| Oct 8, 2026 00:00 UTC | 22.7°N 92.3°W | 70 mph | 988 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Oct 9, 2026 00:00 UTC | 24.8°N 89.0°W | 100 mph | 974 mb | Cat 2 hurricane |
| Oct 10, 2026 00:00 UTC | 30.2°N 86.6°W | 110 mph | 967 mb | Cat 2 hurricane |
| Oct 11, 2026 00:00 UTC | 34.4°N 87.0°W | 25 mph | 1009 mb | Post-tropical |
| Oct 11, 2026 12:00 UTC | 37.3°N 84.8°W | 25 mph | 1010 mb | Post-tropical |
Positions are from the NHC preliminary best track, which may be revised in the final Tropical Cyclone Report. See the NHC 2026 advisory archive.
Frequently asked questions
How strong did Hurricane Isaias get?
Hurricane Isaias was an Atlantic tropical cyclone tracked from Oct 4, 2026 18:00 UTC to Oct 11, 2026 12:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 120 mph (Category 3) on Oct 9, 2026 12:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 959 mb.
Is Isaias still active?
No. Isaias is no longer an active tropical cyclone. The National Hurricane Center's last best-track position was at 37.3°N, 84.8°W on Oct 11, 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 |