Follow hurricane alerts for Alabama and see where Sally, Ivan and Dennis fit among its 14 landfalls
Is there a hurricane in Alabama right now?
No tropical watches or warnings are in effect for Alabama right now, and none of the storms we track has alerts here.
Hurricanes that made landfall in Alabama
Alabama hurricane history: 14 in the official NHC record. Most recent first.
The most recent was Sally in 2020, with winds of 110 mph at landfall.
| Storm | Date | Winds at landfall | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sally (2020) | Sep 16, 2020 | 110 mph | Category 2 |
| Dennis (2005) | Jul 10, 2005 | 120 mph | Category 3 |
| Ivan (2004) | Sep 16, 2004 | 120 mph | Category 3 |
| Danny (1997) | Jul 19, 1997 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Opal (1995) | Oct 4, 1995 | 115 mph | Category 3 |
| Erin (1995) | Aug 3, 1995 | 85 mph | Category 1 |
| Baker (1950) | Aug 31, 1950 | 85 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1932) | Sep 1, 1932 | 85 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1926) | Sep 20, 1926 | 115 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1916) | Oct 18, 1916 | 110 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1916) | Jul 5, 1916 | 120 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1911) | Aug 11, 1911 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
Show the other 2 storms
| Unnamed (1870) | Jul 30, 1870 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unnamed (1859) | Sep 16, 1859 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
2020s: 1 · 2000s: 2 · 1990s: 3 · 1950s: 1 · 1930s: 1 · 1920s: 1 · 1910s: 3 · 1870s: 1 · 1850s: 1
Counts Atlantic hurricanes whose center crossed the Alabama coast with winds of at least 74 mph at that moment, from NHC landfall records matched to the nearest state within 25 miles. A storm that weakened before landfall is not counted, and a storm that struck another state first is counted only where it made landfall. Winds shown are at landfall, not the peak of the storm. Source: NOAA National Hurricane Center HURDAT2. Past counts do not predict the next season.
Official sources for Alabama
Evacuation orders and local forecasts come from these offices, not from us.
Alabama evacuation zones, orders and routes
Evacuation is ordered by local officials. These are the official places to check your zone and any orders.
Hurricane season in Alabama: dates and what to do
The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30. Activity usually peaks around September 10, with most storms between mid-August and mid-October (National Hurricane Center).
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Common questions about hurricanes in Alabama
How many hurricanes have made landfall in Alabama?
The National Hurricane Center record lists 14 hurricane landfalls on Alabama's coast since 1859. The table on this page shows each one.
When was the last hurricane in Alabama?
The most recent hurricane landfall on Alabama's coast in the National Hurricane Center record is Sally in 2020, with winds of 110 mph at landfall.
What was the strongest hurricane to hit Alabama?
By wind speed, Dennis in 2005: 120 mph at landfall. Hurricanes are rated by wind speed only, so a storm with weaker winds can still cause more damage from surge or flooding.
Which decade had the most hurricanes in Alabama?
The 1990s, with 3 of the 14 landfalls in the record. A busy decade does not predict the next one, because each season depends on that year's ocean and wind conditions.
Where do I find evacuation zones, orders and routes in Alabama?
Start with Alabama Emergency Management Agency. Evacuation zones and orders are set by your county or state emergency management office, not by us. Follow local orders and check your zone before a storm threatens.