Raleigh Durham, NC, August 26, 2026 —

The next tropical storm to form in the Atlantic Ocean will be named Dolly, adhering to the established naming conventions for the region’s hurricane season.

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) maintains the list of names used for tropical storms. These lists are alphabetical and rotate every six years. The name ‘Dolly’ is part of the predetermined sequence for the current season and is not connected to any specific event or individual outside of the meteorological naming system.

Contrary to potential speculation, the use of the name Dolly is a standard procedural element of storm forecasting and naming, and it does not signify any association with the passing of the well-known singer, Dolly Parton. The WMO has a rigorous process for selecting and retiring storm names, typically based on the severity and impact of a storm. Names are retired if a storm is particularly deadly or costly, to avoid causing distress or commemorating tragic events.

The practice of naming tropical storms began to help meteorologists and the public easily identify and communicate about storms, reducing confusion when multiple systems are active simultaneously. The current naming system has been in place for decades, with lists updated periodically. The National Hurricane Center, part of the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), utilizes these names in its advisories and forecasts.

Forecasters are currently monitoring conditions in the Atlantic for potential storm development as the hurricane season progresses. The official season runs from June 1st to November 30th each year.



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