With hurricane season officially starting on June 1, forecasters are raising alarms about what could be another intense year in the Atlantic. According to AccuWeather’s latest outlook, the 2025 season is expected to bring:
- 13 to 18 named storms
- 7 to 10 hurricanes
- 3 to 5 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher)
What’s driving the concern? Exceptionally warm ocean waters in the Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, and Caribbean are fueling the potential for rapid intensification, where storms strengthen dramatically just before landfall. This was a key feature of the 2024 season, which saw several devastating storms hit the U.S.
Notably, the report warns of:
- A higher-than-average risk for the Gulf Coast and the Carolinas
- A possible early start to storm activity, even before June
- A potentially very active late-season if La Niña conditions develop by fall
Storms are also expected to impact areas far inland, with tornadoes and flooding reaching well beyond the coastlines.
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The complete 2025 Hurricane Season Forecast includes expert analysis, landfall risk maps, and historical comparisons to recent seasons.