Tropical Storm Gabrielle Becomes Seventh Named Feature in the Atlantic

Just as expected, the next named tropical feature in the Atlantic basin formed on Wednesday when Gabrielle came to life. Here are the latest predictions about the projected intensity and path of this storm.

Latest Details on Tropical Storm Gabrielle

Tropical Storm Gabrielle formed in the Atlantic on Wednesday, making it the seventh named feature for the 2025 hurricane season for this part of the world's oceans. Forecasters are warning that Gabrielle could strengthen into a hurricane.

As of the last update from the National Hurricane Center (NHC), Gabrielle was packing maximum sustained winds of 45 mph. The storm is speeding along to the north-northwest at 22 mph.

While the projected path of Gabrielle does not have it making a direct landfall in the U.S., the East Coast and the northeastern Caribbean could see its indirect impacts. More worrisome is the concern that Bermuda could experience Gabrielle's direct impacts.

The tropical storm is being tempered by a mass of dry air near its center. However, the latest forecast models indicate that it will move into a part of the basin with more supportive environmental elements, likely fueling its growth in the days ahead.

The tropical storm could bring significant rain and windy conditions to the Leeward Islands by the end of the week and into the weekend. From there, the system could creep into parts of the northeastern Caribbean before moving closer to Bermuda.

Bermuda should prepare for periods of heavy rain out of Gabrielle. Rainfall totals of 1 to 2 inches are on tap for this island chain. Localized flooding is a possibility, particularly in poor drainage areas. It should be noted that a slight shift in the track of the storm could result in higher rainfall totals.

Winds of 40 to 60 mph are in the forecast for Bermuda beginning on Monday night and lingering through Wednesday.

The U.S. is not likely to see a direct hit. Instead, the East Coast is forecast to be under the gun for rough surf and dangerous rip currents. These impacts are expected during the middle of next week.