Hurricane Rachel 2026: What You Need to Know
Hurricane Rachel 2026 and Los Cabos: the latest National Hurricane Center advisory, any watch or warning for Baja California Sur, and help with your plans.
Isabella· Cabo Editorial Team3 min read
This page follows Hurricane Rachel with the National Hurricane Center's own advisories, word for word, and a link to each one. We update it every time NHC issues a new advisory.
Latest for Los Cabos
The latest NHC advisory lists no watch or warning for Los Cabos.
Here is what it says about Baja California Sur, word for word:
Interests in the southern portion of Baja California Sur should monitor the progress of Rachel.
Issued Wednesday 30 September 2026, 2:00 PM Cabo time.
National Hurricane Center, Hurricane Rachel Advisory 15 (200 PM MST Wed Sep 30 2026)
Always follow the instructions of Protección Civil and the port captain.
Current status
National Hurricane Center, Hurricane Rachel Advisory 15 (200 PM MST Wed Sep 30 2026)
...RACHEL CONTINUES MOVING NORTHWESTWARD... ...NOAA HURRICANE HUNTER AIRCRAFT DATA INDICATES THE STORM IS GETTING BETTER ORGANIZED...
- LOCATION...18.8N 108.0W
- ABOUT 185 MI...300 KM SW OF CABO CORRIENTES MEXICO
- ABOUT 310 MI...495 KM SSE OF CABO SAN LUCAS MEXICO
- MAXIMUM SUSTAINED WINDS...85 MPH...140 KM/H
- PRESENT MOVEMENT...NW OR 315 DEGREES AT 8 MPH...13 KM/H
- MINIMUM CENTRAL PRESSURE...978 MB...28.88 INCHES
Advisory timeline
Every advisory we have on file for this storm, with the latest one first. Each one links to the official text.
- National Hurricane Center, Hurricane Rachel Advisory 15 (200 PM MST Wed Sep 30 2026) ...RACHEL CONTINUES MOVING NORTHWESTWARD... ...NOAA HURRICANE HUNTER AIRCRAFT DATA INDICATES THE STORM IS GETTING BETTER ORGANIZED...
- National Hurricane Center, Hurricane Rachel Advisory 14 (800 AM MST Wed Sep 30 2026) ...RACHEL CONTINUES MOVING NORTHWESTWARD... ...WARNINGS AND WATCHES DISCONTINUED FOR THE COAST OF MEXICO...
- National Hurricane Center, Hurricane Rachel Advisory 13A (500 AM MST Wed Sep 30 2026) ...RACHEL CONTINUES MOVING NORTHWESTWARD... ...COULD BECOME A MAJOR HURRICANE IN A DAY OR SO...
- National Hurricane Center, Hurricane Rachel Advisory 13 (200 AM MST Wed Sep 30 2026) ...RACHEL IS STRENGTHENING... ...COULD BECOME A MAJOR HURRICANE IN A DAY OR SO...
- National Hurricane Center, Hurricane Rachel Advisory 12A (1100 PM MST Tue Sep 29 2026) ...RACHEL BECOMES A HURRICANE...
- National Hurricane Center, Tropical Storm Rachel Advisory 12 (800 PM MST Tue Sep 29 2026) ...RACHEL EXPECTED TO BECOME A HURRICANE SOON... ...TROPICAL STORM CONDITIONS OCCURRING WITHIN THE WARNING AREA ALONG THE SOUTHWESTERN COAST OF MEXICO...
What this means for your trip
A storm out in the Pacific does not always mean a change of plans in Cabo. When one comes near, safety comes first, and we help you change your plans if you need to.
For boat trips and water tours, the port captain decides when the port closes.
Yachts
If we or the captain cancel for weather or safety reasons, you receive a full refund or a free reschedule, no matter the timing.
Fishing, adventures and tours
If the port is closed, or the captain or tour team cancels for weather or safety, we move you to a new date. If no new date works for you, you get a full refund. Light rain or choppy water that the captain calls safe is not a cancellation.
Our full weather and cancellation policy
For flights, check with your airline.
Message our concierge on WhatsApp and we will help you move your plans.
Official sources
- National Hurricane Center: eastern Pacific storms
- Servicio Meteorológico Nacional (SMN, CONAGUA): tropical cyclone notices
- Protección Civil, Gobierno de Baja California Sur
- Ayuntamiento de Los Cabos (local Protección Civil news)
The eastern Pacific hurricane season runs 15 May to 30 November (National Hurricane Center).
More on Cabo weather
We are not meteorologists. For forecasts, follow the National Hurricane Center and Mexico’s SMN.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hurricane Rachel going to hit Cabo?
We do not forecast storms. We are not meteorologists. The latest NHC advisory lists no watch or warning for Los Cabos (NHC advisory 15, Wednesday 30 September 2026, 2:00 PM Cabo time). For the official track and any new watch or warning, check the National Hurricane Center at https://www.nhc.noaa.gov and Mexico's SMN at https://smn.conagua.gob.mx.
Where can I get official updates on Hurricane Rachel?
From the National Hurricane Center (https://www.nhc.noaa.gov), Mexico's Servicio Meteorológico Nacional (https://smn.conagua.gob.mx) and Protección Civil of Baja California Sur. This page carries every NHC advisory we have on file for Rachel, word for word, with a link to each one.
Will my boat trip or tour be affected by Hurricane Rachel?
The port captain decides when the port closes to boats. If your plans are affected, our weather rules for yachts and for fishing, adventures and tours are on this page, and our concierge will help you move your plans on WhatsApp.
When is hurricane season in Cabo?
The eastern Pacific hurricane season runs 15 May to 30 November, according to the National Hurricane Center.
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