Tropical Storm Josephine (2026) Track & History
Tropical Storm Josephine was an Atlantic tropical cyclone tracked from Oct 18, 2026 18:00 UTC to Oct 22, 2026 18:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 65 mph (Tropical Storm) on Oct 21, 2026 18:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 988 mb.
Solid tracks: observed. Dashed tracks: forecast. The cone shows uncertainty in the center’s path, not the full area of impacts.
Josephine track history
| Time (UTC) | Position | Winds | Pressure | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2026 18:00 UTC | 31.0°N 71.4°W | 45 mph | 1010 mb | Post-tropical |
| Oct 19, 2026 00:00 UTC | 31.8°N 71.0°W | 45 mph | 1010 mb | Post-tropical |
| Oct 20, 2026 00:00 UTC | 35.3°N 70.9°W | 50 mph | 1002 mb | Post-tropical |
| Oct 21, 2026 00:00 UTC | 36.6°N 69.4°W | 50 mph | 997 mb | Post-tropical |
| Oct 22, 2026 00:00 UTC | 37.5°N 69.5°W | 65 mph | 988 mb | Subtropical Storm |
| Oct 22, 2026 18:00 UTC | 39.5°N 66.8°W | 65 mph | 988 mb | Subtropical 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.
Frequently asked questions
How strong did Tropical Storm Josephine get?
Tropical Storm Josephine was an Atlantic tropical cyclone tracked from Oct 18, 2026 18:00 UTC to Oct 22, 2026 18:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 65 mph (Tropical Storm) on Oct 21, 2026 18:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 988 mb.
Is Josephine still active?
No. Josephine is no longer an active tropical cyclone. The National Hurricane Center's last best-track position was at 39.5°N, 66.8°W on Oct 22, 2026 18:00 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 |