Confidence is growing that a more active than average Atlantic hurricane season is about to begin in just over a week. NOAA is now forecasting a 6-in-10 chance of an above-average hurricane season.By The Numbers: NOAA expects 13 to 19 storms to form in 2025,

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting a 60% chance for an above-normal Atlantic Hurricane Season. NOAA is predicting between 13 to 19 named storms. Forecasters said six to 10 of them are expected to strengthen into hurricanes,

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced a forecast of 13 to 19 named storms this year, three to five of which could become storms of Category 3 strength or higher.