What You Need To Know
- NOAA predicts above normal activity this hurricane season
- Atlantic sea surface temperatures are experiencing record warmth
- La Niña conditions are expected during the peak of hurricane season
NOAA predicts above normal activity across the Atlantic basin this year. It’s primarily because of record warm sea surface temperatures across the Atlantic and the expected return of La Nina conditions this summer, both being contributors to tropical activity.
2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Updates
Alberto
Alberto was the first named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. It formed in the western Gulf of Mexico on June 19, becoming a tropical storm.
Beryl
Beryl was an early season, record-breaking storm that made three landfalls and strengthened into the earliest Category 5 storm in the Atlantic on record during its lifespan.
Chris
Chris formed on late Sunday, June 30, becoming the third named storm of the season. It made landfall near Lechuguillas in the Mexican state of Veracruz early in the morning on Monday, July 1, bringing heavy rainfall to eastern Mexico.
Debby
Debby was the fourth named storm and the second hurricane to make landfall during 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. It made two landfalls and brought heavy rainfall, widespread flooding and severe weather across the eastern U.S.
Ernesto
Ernesto was the fifth named storm of the 2024 hurricane season. Ernesto formed in the western Atlantic Ocean, becoming a tropical storm on Monday, Aug. 12, and became a hurricane on Wednesday, Aug. 14.
Francine
Francine formed into a tropical storm in the Gulf of Mexico on Monday, Sept. 9, becoming the sixth named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. It became a hurricane on Tuesday, Sept. 10.
Gordon
Gordon formed into a tropical storm in the central Atlantic on Friday, Sept. 13. It became the seventh named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season.
Conclusion
The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season has been marked by several significant storms, including Beryl, which made three landfalls and strengthened into the earliest Category 5 storm in the Atlantic on record. The season has also seen several other storms, including Debby, Ernesto, Francine, and Gordon, which have brought heavy rainfall, widespread flooding, and severe weather to various parts of the eastern United States and the Caribbean.
FAQs
Q: What is the current status of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season?
A: The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is currently ongoing and is expected to last until November 30.
Q: How many named storms have formed this season?
A: As of the current date, seven named storms have formed this season: Alberto, Beryl, Chris, Debby, Ernesto, Francine, and Gordon.
Q: What are the current predictions for the rest of the season?
A: NOAA is predicting above normal activity for the rest of the season, due to record warm sea surface temperatures across the Atlantic and the expected return of La Nina conditions this summer.
Q: How can I stay up-to-date with the latest information on the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season?
A: You can check our website for regular updates on the season, including storm tracks, forecasts, and advisories.
