Dale C. S. Destin |
My updated forecast for the 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season is out and it continues to call for above normal activity (an active season) being likely. The probability of this happening is up from the previous forecast from 45% to 54%. Thus, I am more confident of an above normal season.
It calls for an accumulated cyclone energy (ACE) index of 127 (up 13), 13 named storms, 6 hurricanes and 3 major hurricanes.
A typical season has 12 named storms, 6 hurricanes, and 3 major hurricanes. Major hurricanes have sustained wind speeds of at least 178 km/h or 111 miles per hour (e.g., Category 3 or higher), according to the Saffir Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale.
According to other forecasts surveyed, the consensus is for an ACE of 112, 13 named storms, 7 hurricanes and 3 major hurricanes – above to near normal season. Thus, my forecast is calling for more activity. However, regardless of the forecast, you should always prepare the same each season, as it only takes one hurricane to ruin your year and or life.
The Atlantic hurricane season began on June 1 and will conclude November 30.
The next update will be issued around August 10.
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