Hurricane Polo (2026) Track & History
Hurricane Polo was an Eastern Pacific tropical cyclone tracked from Sep 17, 2026 12:00 UTC to Sep 30, 2026 00:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 180 mph (Category 5) on Sep 22, 2026 18:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 892 mb.
Solid tracks: observed. Dashed tracks: forecast. The cone shows uncertainty in the center’s path, not the full area of impacts.
Polo track history
| Time (UTC) | Position | Winds | Pressure | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 12:00 UTC | 7.0°N 102.7°W | 25 mph | 1010 mb | Disturbance |
| Sep 18, 2026 00:00 UTC | 7.0°N 103.9°W | 25 mph | 1010 mb | Disturbance |
| Sep 19, 2026 00:00 UTC | 8.4°N 105.7°W | 25 mph | 1009 mb | Disturbance |
| Sep 20, 2026 00:00 UTC | 12.6°N 106.3°W | 30 mph | 1007 mb | Disturbance |
| Sep 21, 2026 00:00 UTC | 15.1°N 104.8°W | 40 mph | 1004 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Sep 22, 2026 00:00 UTC | 15.1°N 102.5°W | 105 mph | 967 mb | Cat 2 hurricane |
| Sep 23, 2026 00:00 UTC | 14.6°N 101.4°W | 165 mph | 905 mb | Cat 5 hurricane |
| Sep 24, 2026 00:00 UTC | 15.8°N 102.3°W | 160 mph | 923 mb | Cat 5 hurricane |
| Sep 25, 2026 00:00 UTC | 17.1°N 106.1°W | 150 mph | 935 mb | Cat 4 hurricane |
| Sep 26, 2026 00:00 UTC | 17.2°N 109.7°W | 175 mph | 911 mb | Cat 5 hurricane |
| Sep 27, 2026 00:00 UTC | 19.0°N 112.9°W | 125 mph | 946 mb | Cat 3 hurricane |
| Sep 28, 2026 00:00 UTC | 22.4°N 114.1°W | 125 mph | 951 mb | Cat 3 hurricane |
| Sep 29, 2026 00:00 UTC | 25.2°N 112.8°W | 115 mph | 963 mb | Cat 3 hurricane |
| Sep 30, 2026 00:00 UTC | 30.0°N 108.5°W | 35 mph | 996 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 Hurricane Polo get?
Hurricane Polo was an Eastern Pacific tropical cyclone tracked from Sep 17, 2026 12:00 UTC to Sep 30, 2026 00:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 180 mph (Category 5) on Sep 22, 2026 18:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 892 mb.
Is Polo still active?
No. Polo is no longer an active tropical cyclone. The National Hurricane Center's last best-track position was at 30.0°N, 108.5°W on Sep 30, 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 |