• The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season begins quietly with no named storms before June, despite forecasts predicting above-average activity.
• Early storms in the Eastern Pacific often reduce hurricane chances in the Atlantic by drawing away energy.
• Late starts do not always mean a slow season, as hurricane activity can increase quickly in late summer and fall.

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season began without any named storms before June 1. This quiet start is the fourth year in a row with no early storms. Meteorologists usually expect the first named storm around June 20. But so far, the Atlantic remains calm, and no tropical storms seem likely soon. This quiet beginning raises questions about when the season will truly start.

Official Season Runs From June to November

The Atlantic hurricane season lasts from June 1 to November 30 every year. This 183-day period typically sees about 14 named storms. The first storm usually forms near June 20. Experts use this timeline to track storms and prepare communities for the hurricane season.

Early Storms Often Signal Busy Seasons

When experts predict an active season, storms tend to form earlier. For example, if forecasts show the season could be twice as busy, the first named storm should appear by June 10. The second storm should come by early July. Early storm formation helps meet the expected total number of storms and their strength.

2025 Forecast Predicts Above-Average Activity

Both NOAA and Colorado State University expect a slightly above-average hurricane season this year. Because of this, experts hoped to see the first storm before the usual June 20 date. Early storms would help the season keep up with these predictions. However, the Atlantic has stayed unusually quiet so far.

Quiet Starts Are Common Even in Busy Seasons

A slow start does not mean the whole season will be weak. Past active seasons also had long quiet periods. For instance, in 2024, the Atlantic had no named storms from mid-July to early August. Another calm period lasted from late August to mid-September. These breaks happened even during times when storms usually form.

Record-Low Storm Activity in 2022

The 2022 season also had long quiet stretches, especially in July and August. Despite forecasts calling for a busy season, storms barely formed. Bad weather conditions blocked development, showing how unpredictable hurricane seasons can be.

Eastern Pacific Active While Atlantic Is Quiet

In contrast to the Atlantic, the Eastern Pacific hurricane season started with early storms this year. Storm Alvin already formed. Meteorologists also watch a possible second storm, Barbara, near Mexico. The National Hurricane Center tracks a system there with a medium chance to develop soon. While Pacific storms don’t predict Atlantic activity well, they do influence conditions in both areas.

Pacific Storms Can Lower Atlantic Activity

When storms form in the Eastern Pacific, they often take energy away from the Atlantic. This energy loss reduces the chance for storms in the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean. As a result, early Pacific activity can keep the Atlantic quiet. Forecast models show fewer chances for storms in the western Caribbean due to strong Pacific storms.

Weather Models Show Little Chance of Atlantic Storms Soon

Most weather models do not predict storms forming in the Atlantic in the near future. Only one model, the Global Forecast System (GFS), hints at possible development. Many experts doubt this forecast this time. Overall, chances for new Atlantic storms in the next few weeks remain low.

Late Season Starts Have Happened Before

Since 2000, only three Atlantic seasons had their first named storm in July. Late starts usually mean slower seasons. Still, some years broke this rule. In 2004, the first storm formed on July 31. Despite the late start, the season ended with 15 named storms, close to the average.

Storm Activity Can Increase Fast in Late Summer and Fall

In 2004, most storms formed in just five weeks from late summer into early fall. This shows how quickly the season can pick up after a slow start. A quiet beginning does not rule out a busy season later on.

FOX Forecast Center Watches for First Named Storm Andrea

The FOX Forecast Center is watching the Atlantic closely. Experts wait for the first storm to form and be named Andrea. This event will mark the true start of the 2025 hurricane season.

2025 Hurricane Names Include Andrea, Barry, and Chantal

Forecasters expect 13 to 19 named storms this year. Six to 10 could become hurricanes. Three to five might grow into major hurricanes. Here is the full list of 2025 hurricane names:

• Andrea
• Barry
• Chantal
• Dexter
• Erin
• Fernand
• Gabrielle
• Humberto
• Imelda
• Jerry
• Karen
• Lorenzo
• Melissa
• Nestor
• Olga
• Pablo
• Rebekah
• Sebastien
• Tanya
• Van
• Wendy

This list rotates every few years. It was last used in 2019 and will be used again in 2031. The World Meteorological Organization (WMO), part of the United Nations, manages these names.

Why Are Storm Names Retired?

The WMO retires storm names if a hurricane is very deadly or causes major damage. Retiring names prevents confusion in future seasons and respects the victims. If a season has more than 21 storms, an alternate list of names is ready.

Why Do We Name Storms?

Naming storms helps meteorologists, the media, and officials share clear warnings. It also makes it easier to track storms when multiple ones occur at the same time. The WMO says names simplify communication and help the public prepare.

History of Storm Naming

Storm naming has a long history. At first, names were chosen randomly and only after storms ended. In 1953, the National Hurricane Center began using alphabetical lists with only female names. In 1979, male names were added, creating the system we use today.