Kyle Sooley-Brookings
Aug 5, 20211 min
NOAA has released an update on their projections for the current Atlantic Hurricane Season.
The agency says that atmospheric and oceanic conditions remain conducive for an above-average hurricane season.
While there hasn't been a storm in the Atlantic since Hurricane Elsa dissipated on July 9, forecasters expect things to get busier soon.
The latest outlook expects 15 to 21 named storms, including 7 to 10 hurricanes, of which 3 to 5 could become major hurricanes.
This updated outlook includes the 5 named storms that have formed so far, with Hurricane Elsa becoming the earliest 5th named storm on record.
NOAA scientists predict that the likelihood of an above-normal 2021 Atlantic hurricane season is 65%. There is a 25% chance of a near-normal season and a 10% chance of a below-normal season.
Statistically, the peak of hurricane season is September 10th.
2021 Storm Names:
The Atlantic Hurricane Season runs from June 1st until November 30th. You can check updates on the latest storms on our Hurricane Centre page.