Science Snippet X Hot Topics in the Tropics: 2025 Peak of Season Is Unusual

Science Snippet x Hot Topics in the Tropics: 2025 peak of season is unusual

September 10 is known as the peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season. But what makes it the peak? This day marks the climatological peak of the season since by this date, the basin has usually already seen the bulk of its activity. On average (19912020), about eight to nine named storms have formed by September 10, including roughly four hurricanes and nearly two major hurricanes. That represents about 60% of a typical seasons total storm count. O…

Gulf temps reach record highs at peak of 2025 hurricane season. Here's where things stand.

It's been a quiet few weeks in the tropics, but ahead of Sept. 10 — the statistical peak of hurricane season — weather experts are warning that record-high temperatures in the Gulf will require continued vigilance from Louisiana residents in…