The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season was an active one, with a record-breaking ramp-up following a peak-season lull. The season saw 18 named storms, 11 hurricanes, and five major hurricanes. The activity fell within the predicted ranges issued by NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center. Factors such as intense winds over Western Africa contributed to a lull in the peak season. Hurricane Beryl, Helene, and Milton were record-setters in terms of intensity and impact, with Milton causing a tornado outbreak in Florida. The Pacific Hurricane Season was below-normal, with both the eastern and central Pacific basins falling within predicted ranges for activity. NOAA’s Hurricane Analysis and Forecast System aided in improved predictions, resulting in the most accurate NHC track forecasts ever issued. NOAA’s Hurricane Hunters conducted 392 flight hours collecting atmospheric data crucial for forecasting, with researchers testing new technology to study storm areas. NOAA’s National Ocean Service conducted aerial surveys and ocean monitoring to support hurricane response efforts. The NHC and Central Pacific Hurricane Center will publish Tropical Cyclone Reports for 2024 through early 2025. NOAA’s mission is to understand and predict our changing environment and manage America’s coastal and marine resources.
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Hurricane Season in the Atlantic Nears End with Predicted Number of Named Storms.
