Hurricane Lala (2026) Track & History
Hurricane Lala was a Central Pacific tropical cyclone tracked from Aug 10, 2026 00:00 UTC to Aug 28, 2026 06:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 130 mph (Category 4) on Aug 19, 2026 06:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 947 mb.
Lala track history
| Time (UTC) | Position | Winds | Pressure | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 00:00 UTC | 14.5°N 137.3°W | 25 mph | 1007 mb | Disturbance |
| Aug 11, 2026 00:00 UTC | 14.8°N 137.3°W | 25 mph | 1006 mb | Disturbance |
| Aug 12, 2026 00:00 UTC | 15.1°N 139.4°W | 35 mph | 1003 mb | Low |
| Aug 13, 2026 00:00 UTC | 14.7°N 143.1°W | 40 mph | 1002 mb | Low |
| Aug 14, 2026 00:00 UTC | 16.0°N 147.0°W | 50 mph | 999 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC | 17.4°N 151.9°W | 65 mph | 995 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Aug 16, 2026 00:00 UTC | 18.3°N 155.7°W | 75 mph | 988 mb | Cat 1 hurricane |
| Aug 17, 2026 00:00 UTC | 20.8°N 160.8°W | 65 mph | 994 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Aug 18, 2026 00:00 UTC | 20.3°N 165.0°W | 70 mph | 992 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Aug 19, 2026 00:00 UTC | 20.5°N 168.5°W | 115 mph | 960 mb | Cat 3 hurricane |
| Aug 20, 2026 00:00 UTC | 22.4°N 171.3°W | 115 mph | 959 mb | Cat 3 hurricane |
| Aug 21, 2026 00:00 UTC | 25.4°N 172.2°W | 90 mph | 974 mb | Cat 1 hurricane |
| Aug 22, 2026 00:00 UTC | 29.1°N 170.5°W | 85 mph | 976 mb | Cat 1 hurricane |
| Aug 23, 2026 00:00 UTC | 31.3°N 172.7°W | 75 mph | 981 mb | Cat 1 hurricane |
| Aug 24, 2026 00:00 UTC | 32.9°N 174.5°W | 65 mph | 988 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Aug 25, 2026 00:00 UTC | 34.1°N 175.4°W | 60 mph | 992 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC | 35.0°N 177.3°W | 50 mph | 995 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC | 36.2°N 178.4°W | 45 mph | 999 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC | 37.7°N 179.0°W | 40 mph | 1002 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Aug 28, 2026 06:00 UTC | 38.1°N 179.1°W | 40 mph | 1003 mb | Low |
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 Hurricane Lala get?
Hurricane Lala was a Central Pacific tropical cyclone tracked from Aug 10, 2026 00:00 UTC to Aug 28, 2026 06:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 130 mph (Category 4) on Aug 19, 2026 06:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 947 mb.
Is Lala still active?
No. Lala is no longer an active tropical cyclone. The National Hurricane Center's last best-track position was at 38.1°N, 179.1°W on Aug 28, 2026 06:00 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 |