The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued its outlook for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, predicting above-normal activity. The season, which runs from June 1 through November 30, is expected to produce 13 to 19 named storms, with six to ten becoming hurricanes, and three to five reaching major hurricane status (Category 3 or higher).
NOAA attributes the heightened activity to several factors, including warmer-than-average sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea, and a neutral phase of the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO), which can influence hurricane development.
“With the combination of warm ocean temperatures and neutral ENSO conditions, the atmosphere is primed for an active hurricane season,” said NOAA Administrator Rick Spinrad.
This forecast aligns with projections from other institutions, such as Colorado State University and the UK Met Office, which also anticipate above-average hurricane activity for the 2025 season.
NOAA emphasizes the importance of preparedness, urging residents in hurricane-prone areas to review their emergency plans and stay informed through official channels. The agency’s full fleet of satellites and advanced modeling systems will continue to monitor tropical activity throughout the season.
For more information and updates, visit NOAA’s National Hurricane Center at www.nhc.noaa.gov.