Track hurricane alerts for North Carolina and see how Isaias, Dorian and Fran compare across 35 landfalls
Is there a hurricane in North Carolina right now?
No tropical watches or warnings are in effect for North Carolina right now, and none of the storms we track has alerts here.
Hurricanes that made landfall in North Carolina
North Carolina hurricane history: 35 in the official NHC record. Most recent first.
The most recent was Isaias in 2020, with winds of 90 mph at landfall.
| Storm | Date | Winds at landfall | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isaias (2020) | Aug 4, 2020 | 90 mph | Category 1 |
| Dorian (2019) | Sep 6, 2019 | 100 mph | Category 2 |
| Florence (2018) | Sep 14, 2018 | 90 mph | Category 1 |
| Arthur (2014) | Jul 4, 2014 | 100 mph | Category 2 |
| Irene (2011) | Aug 27, 2011 | 85 mph | Category 1 |
| Isabel (2003) | Sep 18, 2003 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Floyd (1999) | Sep 16, 1999 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Bonnie (1998) | Aug 27, 1998 | 110 mph | Category 2 |
| Fran (1996) | Sep 6, 1996 | 115 mph | Category 3 |
| Bertha (1996) | Jul 12, 1996 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Charley (1986) | Aug 17, 1986 | 75 mph | Category 1 |
| Gloria (1985) | Sep 27, 1985 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
Show the other 23 storms
| Diana (1984) | Sep 13, 1984 | 90 mph | Category 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donna (1960) | Sep 12, 1960 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Ione (1955) | Sep 19, 1955 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Connie (1955) | Aug 12, 1955 | 100 mph | Category 2 |
| Barbara (1953) | Aug 14, 1953 | 90 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1945) | Jun 26, 1945 | 75 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1944) | Aug 1, 1944 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1933) | Aug 23, 1933 | 90 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1918) | Aug 24, 1918 | 75 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1913) | Sep 3, 1913 | 85 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1908) | Jul 31, 1908 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1908) | May 29, 1908 | 75 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1901) | Jul 11, 1901 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1899) | Aug 18, 1899 | 120 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1883) | Sep 11, 1883 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1881) | Sep 9, 1881 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1880) | Sep 9, 1880 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1879) | Aug 18, 1879 | 115 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1878) | Oct 23, 1878 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1876) | Sep 17, 1876 | 90 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1861) | Nov 2, 1861 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1861) | Sep 27, 1861 | 80 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1857) | Sep 13, 1857 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
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Counts Atlantic hurricanes whose center crossed the North Carolina 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 North Carolina
Evacuation orders and local forecasts come from these offices, not from us.
North Carolina 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 North Carolina: 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 North Carolina
How many hurricanes have made landfall in North Carolina?
The National Hurricane Center record lists 35 hurricane landfalls on North Carolina's coast since 1857. The table on this page shows each one.
When was the last hurricane in North Carolina?
The most recent hurricane landfall on North Carolina's coast in the National Hurricane Center record is Isaias in 2020, with winds of 90 mph at landfall.
What was the strongest hurricane to hit North Carolina?
By wind speed, an unnamed storm in 1899: 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 North Carolina?
The 2010s, with 4 of the 35 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 North Carolina?
Start with ReadyNC (NC Emergency Management). 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.