Carolina Weather Group

NOAA has officially released its forecast for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season—and it's expected to be above-normal. The agency is predicting 13 to 19 named storms, including 6 to 10 hurricanes and up to 5 major hurricanes (Category 3 or higher).Forecasters say above-average ocean temperatures, weaker wind shear, and a more active West African Monsoon are all setting the stage for a busy season from June 1 through November 30.This video breaks down:NOAA’s full hurricane outlookWhy the Atlantic is primed for tropical activityNew tools and updates for forecasting and preparation in 2025Why inland communities should also prepare, not just coastal regions