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🔴 HurricaneCat 1

Rachel

Hurricane Rachel is moving northwest, well offshore from Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and currently poses no immediate threat to land.

Max winds
85 mph
Pressure
978 mb
Movement
NW at 8 mph
Official NHC Forecast Cone
Official National Hurricane Center 5-day forecast cone for ep182026

The forecast cone represents the probable track of the storm's center. Dangerous impacts can occur well outside the cone.

📍 Basin
Eastern Pacific Ocean
📍 Location
220 mi SW of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Show coordinates
18.80°, -108.00°

What this means

Hurricane Rachel is currently located 220 mi SW of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. It is moving towards the northwest at 8 mph. The hurricane has maximum sustained winds of 86 mph.

There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect at this time, meaning no immediate land areas are under direct threat from Hurricane Rachel.

The hurricane is expected to continue its northwest track, keeping it away from coastal areas for now. We will keep an eye on its path for any potential changes.

Official resources

Last updated 10/1/2026, 1:45:10 AM · Latest advisory 9/30/2026, 9:00:00 PM