Hurricane Lowell (2026) Track & History
Hurricane Lowell was an Eastern Pacific tropical cyclone tracked from Aug 25, 2026 18:00 UTC to Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 160 mph (Category 5) on Sep 2, 2026 18:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 922 mb.
Lowell track history
| Time (UTC) | Position | Winds | Pressure | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 25, 2026 18:00 UTC | 10.1°N 136.7°W | 15 mph | — | Disturbance |
| Aug 26, 2026 00:00 UTC | 10.2°N 136.4°W | 15 mph | — | Disturbance |
| Aug 27, 2026 00:00 UTC | 10.8°N 135.0°W | 25 mph | 1009 mb | Disturbance |
| Aug 28, 2026 00:00 UTC | 11.3°N 133.6°W | 40 mph | 1004 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Aug 29, 2026 00:00 UTC | 12.4°N 133.8°W | 45 mph | 1003 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Aug 30, 2026 00:00 UTC | 13.2°N 137.6°W | 50 mph | 1001 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Aug 31, 2026 00:00 UTC | 13.2°N 142.8°W | 50 mph | 999 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Sep 1, 2026 00:00 UTC | 12.9°N 147.0°W | 65 mph | 995 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Sep 2, 2026 00:00 UTC | 13.5°N 150.8°W | 125 mph | 957 mb | Cat 3 hurricane |
| Sep 3, 2026 00:00 UTC | 13.3°N 154.7°W | 155 mph | 932 mb | Cat 4 hurricane |
| Sep 4, 2026 00:00 UTC | 13.5°N 158.4°W | 130 mph | 943 mb | Cat 4 hurricane |
| Sep 5, 2026 00:00 UTC | 13.2°N 161.1°W | 150 mph | 924 mb | Cat 4 hurricane |
| Sep 6, 2026 00:00 UTC | 13.6°N 163.2°W | 130 mph | 942 mb | Cat 4 hurricane |
| Sep 7, 2026 00:00 UTC | 15.4°N 163.7°W | 120 mph | 948 mb | Cat 3 hurricane |
| Sep 8, 2026 00:00 UTC | 19.5°N 161.5°W | 110 mph | 958 mb | Cat 2 hurricane |
| Sep 9, 2026 00:00 UTC | 25.7°N 160.9°W | 70 mph | 978 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC | 29.1°N 164.4°W | 60 mph | 991 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC | 29.0°N 169.5°W | 50 mph | 997 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 Lowell get?
Hurricane Lowell was an Eastern Pacific tropical cyclone tracked from Aug 25, 2026 18:00 UTC to Sep 11, 2026 00:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 160 mph (Category 5) on Sep 2, 2026 18:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 922 mb.
Is Lowell still active?
No. Lowell is no longer an active tropical cyclone. The National Hurricane Center's last best-track position was at 29.0°N, 169.5°W on Sep 11, 2026 00:00 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 |