A new forecast from researchers at Colorado State University predicts the 2025 hurricane season will be busier than an average year.

The 2025 hurricane season is shaping up to be intense, with forecasters at Colorado State University predicting above-normal activity.

It’s only spring, but some weather forecasters are already focusing on this year’s Atlantic hurricane season. The season, which spans June through November, is shaping up to be a busy one, according to hurricane researchers at Colorado State University.

How many hurricanes are expected in the 2025 season? A busy season is forecast due to the presence of unusually warm water in the Atlantic Ocean.

Researchers at Colorado State University named 17 possible storms and nine potential hurricanes, four of those hurricanes predicted to be major. FOX 26 Meteorologist Allison Gargaro explains the predictions.

IndyStar documented storms sweeping across the state April 2, 2025 in this article. Following thunderstorms on Wednesday, the National Weather Service recorded several new rainfall records from Lower Peninsula cities.

Hurricane season forecasted to be busier than average

Atlantic hurricane season is shaping up to be another active one, with forecasters warning of above-average storm activity fueled by uncertain climate conditions. Colorado State University released its predictions for the season on Thursday morning.