AccuWeather predicts 20-25 named storms for the 2024 Hurricane Season

US private forecaster AccuWeather is predicting an above-average Atlantic Hurricane Season for 2024, with 20 to 25 named storms and four to seven major hurricanes expected. The season runs from June 1 to November 30, and lead hurricane forecaster Alex DaSilva warns that the number of tropical storms, hurricanes, major hurricanes, and direct impacts on the US are forecasted to be well above historical averages. Warm sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic basin and a transition from El Niño to La Niña in the Pacific Ocean are driving factors for the potentially ‘explosive’ season.

DaSilva emphasizes the importance for residents and interests along the US coast, including Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, to have a hurricane plan in place and be fully prepared for a direct impact this year. The quicker the transition to La Niña occurs, the more active the hurricane season is likely to be, according to AccuWeather forecasters. There is a 10 to 15 percent chance of 30 or more named storms, with the possibility that meteorologists may run out of names to use for tropical storms and hurricanes given the forecasted activity.

The names provided for the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season include Alberto, Beryl, Chris, Debby, Ernesto, Francine, Gordon, Helene, Isaac, Joyce, Kirk, Leslie, Milton, Nadine, Oscar, Patty, Rafael, Sara, Tony, Valerie, and William. The list of names is used to track and identify hurricanes throughout the season, with each name representing a different storm. AccuWeather’s forecast suggests that residents and communities should take precautions and be prepared for the potential impact of these named storms and hurricanes.

The warm sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic basin are a significant contributing factor to the predicted active hurricane season, as well as the transition from El Niño to La Niña in the Pacific Ocean. This combination is expected to result in a heightened risk of tropical storms and hurricanes affecting the US coast and surrounding areas. With the potential for 20 to 25 named storms and four to seven major hurricanes, it is crucial for residents to have a clear hurricane plan and be ready for any direct impacts that may occur.

AccuWeather’s lead hurricane forecaster Alex DaSilva stresses the need for proactive preparation and readiness for the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season, as the forecast indicates a high likelihood of severe weather events. With the possibility of running out of names for tropical storms and hurricanes due to the expected level of activity, it is essential for individuals and communities to take the necessary precautions and precautions to ensure safety and minimize the potential impact of these natural disasters.