Introduction to Hurricane Gabrielle
Hurricane Gabrielle has formed in the Atlantic, several hundred miles southeast of Bermuda. It is expected to turn north and eventually back east and head into the North Atlantic.
Gabrielle is only the second Atlantic hurricane of 2025. The other hurricane this season was Hurricane Erin, which formed in August in the Atlantic. It reached Category 5 strength, but stayed out to sea and did not make landfall.
Formation and Forecast
As of 5 p.m. Sunday, Gabrielle was 320 miles southeast of Bermuda, had maximum sustained winds of 75 mph and was moving north-northwest at 10 mph. It is forecast to track east of Bermuda on Monday, possibly as a Category 2 hurricane, and curve northeast away from land, at which point it forecasters think it will reach Category 3 strength.
Potential Impact on Bermuda and the U.S. East Coast
Swells from the storm are affecting Bermuda, as well as the U.S. East Coast from North Carolina northward, according to the latest from the Hurricane Center. Forecasters said that they expect swells to continue through the early part of this week, and that they could create dangerous surf and rip currents.
Other Disturbances in the Atlantic
Meanwhile, a tropical wave headed toward the central Atlantic has a 60% chance of developing over the next week and a 10% chance in the next 48 hours, potentially becoming a tropical depression. And another tropical wave, this one closer to the Caribbean, is moving west at about 20 mph. It has a 10% chance of development in the next two days and 30% chance in the next week. Forecasters expect it to turn to the northwest as it travels north of the Dominican Republic and Haiti.
Updated Forecast for the 2025 Hurricane Season
So far in 2025, there have been seven named storms. AccuWeather is now predicting 13 to 16 named storms and six to nine hurricanes, according to an update. Its previous forecast, issued in March, predicted 13 to 18 named storms and seven to 10 hurricanes. The estimated range of storms with direct impacts to the U.S. remains the same, however, at three to six. AccuWeather is still forecasting three to five major hurricanes this season, which means Category 3 or above.
Conclusion
Hurricane Gabrielle’s formation and the presence of two other disturbances in the Atlantic serve as a reminder that the hurricane season is still active. It is essential for residents in affected areas to stay informed and prepared for any potential storms. With the peak of hurricane season having been relatively mellow so far, it is crucial to remain vigilant and monitor the latest forecasts and updates.
FAQs
Q: Where is Hurricane Gabrielle located?
A: As of 5 p.m. Sunday, Gabrielle was 320 miles southeast of Bermuda.
Q: What is the forecast for Hurricane Gabrielle?
A: It is forecast to track east of Bermuda on Monday, possibly as a Category 2 hurricane, and curve northeast away from land, reaching Category 3 strength.
Q: Are there any other disturbances in the Atlantic?
A: Yes, there are two tropical waves with chances of developing into tropical depressions in the coming week.
Q: What is the updated forecast for the 2025 hurricane season?
A: AccuWeather is now predicting 13 to 16 named storms and six to nine hurricanes.
Q: How many major hurricanes are forecasted for the 2025 season?
A: AccuWeather is forecasting three to five major hurricanes, which means Category 3 or above.
Originally Published: September 21, 2025 at 5:08 PM EDT
