Tropical Storm Pena (2026) Track & History
Tropical Storm Pena was a Central Pacific tropical cyclone tracked from Nov 2, 2026 12:00 UTC to Nov 12, 2026 12:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 60 mph (Tropical Storm) on Nov 8, 2026 00:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 996 mb.
Solid tracks: observed. Dashed tracks: forecast. The cone shows uncertainty in the center’s path, not the full area of impacts.
Pena track history
| Time (UTC) | Position | Winds | Pressure | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2, 2026 12:00 UTC | 7.7°N 129.8°W | 25 mph | — | Disturbance |
| Nov 3, 2026 00:00 UTC | 7.9°N 132.2°W | 25 mph | — | Disturbance |
| Nov 4, 2026 00:00 UTC | 8.1°N 136.5°W | 35 mph | 1009 mb | Disturbance |
| Nov 5, 2026 00:00 UTC | 9.9°N 141.4°W | 30 mph | 1008 mb | Disturbance |
| Nov 6, 2026 00:00 UTC | 10.5°N 146.7°W | 35 mph | 1007 mb | Disturbance |
| Nov 7, 2026 00:00 UTC | 11.4°N 150.7°W | 45 mph | 1002 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Nov 8, 2026 00:00 UTC | 11.5°N 154.2°W | 60 mph | 996 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Nov 9, 2026 00:00 UTC | 11.4°N 157.2°W | 45 mph | 1002 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Nov 10, 2026 00:00 UTC | 11.7°N 162.1°W | 40 mph | 1004 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Nov 11, 2026 00:00 UTC | 10.5°N 165.6°W | 45 mph | 1002 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Nov 12, 2026 00:00 UTC | 9.8°N 169.9°W | 45 mph | 1002 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Nov 12, 2026 12:00 UTC | 9.8°N 173.2°W | 35 mph | 1006 mb | Disturbance |
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 Pena get?
Tropical Storm Pena was a Central Pacific tropical cyclone tracked from Nov 2, 2026 12:00 UTC to Nov 12, 2026 12:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 60 mph (Tropical Storm) on Nov 8, 2026 00:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 996 mb.
Is Pena still active?
No. Pena is no longer an active tropical cyclone. The National Hurricane Center's last best-track position was at 9.8°N, 173.2°W on Nov 12, 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 |