NOAA released its outlook for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season on May 22, forecasting a range of 13 to 19 named storms and the odds of an above-normal season reaching 60%. Of the predicted storms, NOAA says between 6-10 will become hurricanes, and 3-5 will intensify to major hurricanes (Category 3+).

FOX 32's Emily Wahls discusses the upcoming 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, worsening drought, & what to expect if you're hitting the road for Memorial Day Weekend.

NOAA has put out their first 2025 Hurricane Season Outlook. They are forecasting a slightly above average season. The main reasons are above average sea surface temps and a neutral ENSO phase. Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through November 30. pic.twitter.com/0J6lnU0Js0

The National Hurricane Center has started tracking a tropical wave west off of the African coast just weeks ahead of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. It’s common to see tropical waves ahead of hurricane season, and this system is nothing out of the ordinary.

On "The Florida Roundup," the former branch chief of the National Hurricane Center's Hurricane Specialist Unit described how cuts could lead to poorer forecasts and increased response needs.