Updated September 19, 2026: Tropical Depression Six is the main Atlantic tropical system being watched tonight, but the latest National Hurricane Center advisory shows no coastal watches or warnings and no land hazards. The system is over the open Atlantic southwest of the Azores.
Latest Tropical Storm Weather Forecast
At 9 p.m. GMT Saturday, Tropical Depression Six was near 32.9°N, 33.4°W, about 505 miles southwest of the Azores. Maximum sustained winds were 35 mph, with higher gusts, and the minimum central pressure was 1007 mb.
Where Is Tropical Depression Six Going?
The depression is moving north-northeast at about 5 mph. The NHC forecast calls for a northeastward turn during roughly the next 36 hours, followed by a southwestward turn as the steering pattern changes. The system is expected to weaken after a brief window for additional strengthening.
Will Tropical Depression Six Become a Tropical Storm?
A tropical cyclone generally needs sustained winds of at least 39 mph to become a named tropical storm. The current forecast reaches 40 kt (about 46 mph) early Sunday and 45 kt (about 52 mph) later Sunday before weakening. That forecast level is above the 39 mph threshold for tropical-storm strength, although classification depends on the official analysis at the time.
Is the United States at Risk?
There is currently no indication of a U.S. coastal threat from this system. The NHC lists no land hazards, watches or warnings. The system is expected to remain over the Atlantic.
What to Watch Next
Future advisories will focus on intensity changes, track adjustments and the timing of weakening. For the authoritative update, check the National Hurricane Center.
FAQ
Is Tropical Depression Six a tropical storm?
No. Its current sustained wind is 35 mph, below the 39 mph tropical-storm threshold.
Will it hit the U.S.?
The current NHC forecast does not show a U.S. land impact.
When is the next update?
The NHC scheduled the next complete advisory for 3 a.m. GMT Sunday.
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