Hurricane season in the Atlantic has officially begun.

And while this year will likely be less extreme than in 2024 — one of the most destructive seasons ever, with the earliest Category 5 hurricane on record — it’s still shaping up to be a doozy.

Forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predict “above-average” activity this season, with six to 10 hurricanes. The season runs from June 1 to November 30.

NOAA’s 2025 hurricane forecast, by the numbers

60 percent: Chance of an above-normal hurricane season.

6 to 10: Hurricanes expected this season, meaning tropical storms with wind speeds reaching at least 74 mph.

3 to 5: Major hurricanes, or storms with wind speeds reaching 111 mph or higher.

13 to 19: Named storms, referring to tropical systems with wi

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