A Storm starts as a Tropical Depression and moves on to become a Tropical Storm before it is given a name. Once a storm is named, preparations for the possible hurricane should be well under way.
Hurricane Names for 2022 | ||
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Alex | Hermine | Owen |
Bonnie | Idalia | Philippe |
Colin | Jose | Rina |
Danielle | Karl | Shary |
Earl | Lisa | Tammy |
Fiona | Martin | Virginie |
Gaston | Nicole | Walter |
The official Atlantic hurricane season lasts from June 1 to November 30 (though hurricanes can happen at any time of the year). The forecasts here cover the Atlantic Basin—the area encompassing the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and Gulf of Mexico.
Each year, a series of hurricane forecasts are issued from April through August by the noted hurricane experts at the Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University (CSU). Additional forecasts are put out by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
When it comes to hurricanes, there are many indicators related to atmospheric and oceanic conditions that indicate what to expect. Keep in mind: Whatever the forecast, remember that it only takes one hurricane to make landfall and coastal residents should prepare for every hurricane season.
Forecast Parameters |
Updated Forecast |
Final Forecast |
Observed Storm Activity |
Average Count (1991-2020) |
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Named Storms | 19 | - | - | - | 14.4 |
Named Storm Days | 90 | - | - | - | 69.4 |
Hurricanes | 9 | - | - | - | 7.2 |
Hurricane Days | 35 | - | - | - | 27.0 |
Major Hurricanes | 4 | - | - | - | 3.2 |
Major Hurricane Days | 9 | - | - | - | 7.4 |
Accumulated Cyclone Energy | 160 | - | - | - | 123 |
Net Tropical Cyclone Activity | 170% | - | - | - | 135% |
Activity Level | Above average | - | - | - | – |
Source: Almanac.com