As we head into the peak of the Atlantic hurricane season, AccuWeather meteorologists closely monitor the Atlantic Ocean for potential tropical development. After a relatively quiet period, an uptick in tropical activity is expected, with the possibility of another tropical storm forming before the end of the month.
With the Atlantic hurricane season already seeing four named tropical systems, 2023 is shaping to be an active year.
Potential Tropical Development
The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season has started faster than usual, with the first hurricane, Don, forming ahead of schedule over the middle of the ocean. Typically, the season's first hurricane occurs around August 11, but Don strengthened into a hurricane ahead of that date.
Additionally, the fourth named tropical storm of the season usually occurs around August 15, which is still more than three weeks away, indicating the early and active start of the season.