This hurricane season is unusually quiet due to a strong El Nino. No Atlantic hurricanes have formed yet, and none are expected to form for at least another week. Typically, this time of year would be the peak of the season.

Only a few weak and brief tropical storms have developed so far. A record has been set for the longest season start without a storm reaching hurricane strength.

Further information on this slow storm season is available, including historical context and expert insights from the National Hurricane Center and the Weather Prediction Center.