The next Atlantic storm will be named Dolly, but it’s not connected to Parton’s death
Summary
The next Atlantic tropical storm will be named Dolly, following the usual naming rules. This has no connection to Dolly Parton’s death, as storm names follow a set list that is reused every six years.Key Facts
- Atlantic tropical storms are named by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) using pre-set lists reused every six years.
- Names alternate between male and female and are in alphabetical order.
- The current 2026 season started with Tropical Storm Arthur, followed by Bertha and Cristobal.
- A weather system near the Cabo Verde Islands may develop into Tropical Storm Dolly if winds reach 39 mph (63 kph).
- Another weather system near Bermuda is unlikely to develop further.
- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) expects a below-average hurricane season due to El Nino.
- The WMO picks storm names that are short, easy to pronounce, and familiar in the affected regions.
- Storm names may be retired if a storm has caused severe destruction or loss of life, like Hurricane Melissa in 2025.
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