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When Does Atlantic Hurricane Season End? Official Dates
In brief
The Atlantic hurricane season officially runs from 1 June to 30 November. Activity often peaks in August–October; storms can still form outside those dates, so keep watching National Hurricane Center briefs.
People searching “when does hurricane season end” usually want the official Atlantic basin calendar: 1 June through 30 November. The Eastern Pacific has its own season dates. Peak weeks often fall around early to mid-September historically.
Does the season really stop on 30 November?
That is the official end date for planning and climatology. Tropical cyclones can still form in December in rare years. Always follow the National Hurricane Center for live advisories.
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Last updated: 12 Oct 2026. Official season dates are set by NOAA/NHC conventions.
Why it matters
Clear featured-snippet date answer; pairs with Canada tornado explainer.
People also ask
When does Atlantic hurricane season end?
Officially on 30 November each year.
When does it start?
1 June.
Can hurricanes form in December?
Rarely, yes—outside the official season—so keep monitoring NHC.
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