The AccuWeather 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast calls for 20 to 25 named storms. Eight to 12 of those storms are forecast to strengthen into hurricanes. Four to six storms could directly impact the United States.
- 20-25 Named Storms
- 8-12 Hurricanes
- 4-7 Major Hurricanes
- 4-6 Direct U.S. Impacts
- Texas, Florida Panhandle, South Florida & Carolinas face heightened risk
- Potential to break all-time record of 30 named storms in one season
“The 2024 Atlantic hurricane season is forecast to feature well above the historical average number of tropical storms, hurricanes, major hurricanes, and direct U.S. impacts,” said AccuWeather Lead Hurricane Forecaster Alex DaSilva. “All indications are pointing toward a very active and potentially explosive Atlantic hurricane season in 2024.”