Meteorologists Warn of Potential Hurricane Season Surge in August

As of August 9th, 2025, meteorologists are warning that the Atlantic hurricane season could see a surge in activity this month. According to AccuWeather, up to 4 more named storms could form over the next few weeks, with the National Hurricane Center (NHC) currently tracking two disturbances in the Atlantic that have a chance of strengthening into tropical storms.

The first named storm of August, Tropical Storm Dexter, disintegrated on Thursday. However, the waters in the eastern and central Atlantic are beginning to warm, and tropical waves coming off the coast of Africa are expected to moisten the atmosphere and eliminate the Saharan dust that has been prohibiting tropical development.

AccuWeather's senior meteorologist Dan Pydynowski told Newsweek that "all the ingredients are starting to come together, especially as you get deeper into the month of August." The forecasting company is predicting 3 to 5 named storms to form this month, which would be a typical level of activity for this time of year.

While there are no current tropical storm or hurricane watches or warnings in place, people living in hurricane-prone areas are urged to make adequate preparations, such as stocking up on emergency supplies and creating evacuation plans, in case any of the developing disturbances strengthen into a significant storm.