Hurricane Rachel (2026) Track & History
Hurricane Rachel was an Eastern Pacific tropical cyclone tracked from Sep 25, 2026 00:00 UTC to Oct 11, 2026 12:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 120 mph (Category 3) on Oct 2, 2026 00:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 950 mb.
Solid tracks: observed. Dashed tracks: forecast. The cone shows uncertainty in the center’s path, not the full area of impacts.
Rachel track history
| Time (UTC) | Position | Winds | Pressure | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2026 00:00 UTC | 9.2°N 92.6°W | 25 mph | 1010 mb | Disturbance |
| Sep 26, 2026 00:00 UTC | 11.3°N 96.1°W | 30 mph | 1008 mb | Disturbance |
| Sep 27, 2026 00:00 UTC | 12.2°N 97.9°W | 30 mph | 1008 mb | Disturbance |
| Sep 28, 2026 00:00 UTC | 12.8°N 99.5°W | 40 mph | 1003 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Sep 29, 2026 00:00 UTC | 14.2°N 102.7°W | 60 mph | 997 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Sep 30, 2026 00:00 UTC | 16.6°N 106.3°W | 70 mph | 989 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Oct 1, 2026 00:00 UTC | 19.0°N 108.3°W | 85 mph | 978 mb | Cat 1 hurricane |
| Oct 2, 2026 00:00 UTC | 19.4°N 109.6°W | 120 mph | 950 mb | Cat 3 hurricane |
| Oct 3, 2026 00:00 UTC | 19.3°N 111.3°W | 105 mph | 963 mb | Cat 2 hurricane |
| Oct 4, 2026 00:00 UTC | 19.9°N 112.6°W | 85 mph | 973 mb | Cat 1 hurricane |
| Oct 5, 2026 00:00 UTC | 20.2°N 114.5°W | 100 mph | 967 mb | Cat 2 hurricane |
| Oct 6, 2026 00:00 UTC | 20.4°N 117.5°W | 90 mph | 973 mb | Cat 1 hurricane |
| Oct 7, 2026 00:00 UTC | 20.4°N 120.3°W | 80 mph | 979 mb | Cat 1 hurricane |
| Oct 8, 2026 00:00 UTC | 21.3°N 122.6°W | 75 mph | 982 mb | Cat 1 hurricane |
| Oct 9, 2026 00:00 UTC | 22.5°N 125.2°W | 60 mph | 990 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Oct 10, 2026 00:00 UTC | 23.3°N 123.6°W | 45 mph | 995 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Oct 11, 2026 00:00 UTC | 28.5°N 117.0°W | 65 mph | 987 mb | Tropical Storm |
| Oct 11, 2026 12:00 UTC | 33.9°N 115.4°W | 35 mph | 994 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 Rachel get?
Hurricane Rachel was an Eastern Pacific tropical cyclone tracked from Sep 25, 2026 00:00 UTC to Oct 11, 2026 12:00 UTC. It reached peak intensity of 120 mph (Category 3) on Oct 2, 2026 00:00 UTC, with a minimum central pressure of 950 mb.
Is Rachel still active?
No. Rachel is no longer an active tropical cyclone. The National Hurricane Center's last best-track position was at 33.9°N, 115.4°W on Oct 11, 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 |