First storm formed Last storm dissipated Strongest storm Total depressions Total storms Hurricanes Major hurricanes Total damages Total fatalities The 2016 North Atlantic Hurricane Season was a record season, mainly due to record water temperatures and low wind shear throughout the season. This season had a total of 29 Named Storms, along with 18 Hurricanes and 7 Major Hurricanes. This season also tied a 2005 record, with 4 Category 5 Hurricanes. The season started early with the first named storm in March since 1908- Tropical Storm Alex. The season also got named storms in April and May.