Historically, one or more tropical storms or hurricanes develop in the Atlantic Basin around Labor Day weekend. This year may bring a quieter end to summer in the tropical Atlantic, but AccuWeather meteorologists are monitoring a few low-chance areas, including one near the southeastern U.S. coast.

Labor Day 2024 was also quiet in terms of tropical activity, but the hurricane season still produced 18 tropical storms, 11 hurricanes and five major hurricanes. Hurricane Milton was the most intense, reaching Category 5 with peak sustained winds of 180 mph.

Despite the current lull, the Atlantic remains on pace for the typical number of tropical storms heading into September.

How long might it stay quiet?

Several factors are contributing to the current pause in tropical activity following

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