The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is coming to a close with some standout numbers and notable trends. Forecasts had predicted an average season: 13-19 named storms, 6-10 hurricanes, and 3-5 major hurricanes.
2025 Season in Review:
13 named storms, including 5 hurricanes, 4 of which reached major hurricane status (Category 3+). The only U.S. landfall was Tropical Storm Chantal, which came ashore in South Carolina on July 6th.
Importantly, while the total number of storms is near the forecast ranges, the season continues the trend of elevated intensity, especially for major hurricanes.
Hurricane Melissa was the most notable storm this year, classified as a Category 5 storm with a direct landfall in Jamaica, one of the strongest storms on record in the Atlantic. Its rapid intensification just before landfall was especially remarkable. Eyewall wind measurements, potentially stronger than the 185-mph official reading, will be reviewed, with the National Hurricane Center’s final report expected in the spring.
Key Takeaways from this Season:
Major (Category 3+) hurricanes remain more frequent than normal, keeping the risk for severe damage high.
This shift toward more intense storms underscores the importance of preparedness, it only takes one storm with a direct hit to make the season impactful.
The previous five years saw Florida experience an estimated $346 billion in damages from hurricanes. Despite a welcome reprieve in the U.S. this year, now is the time to take action and put mitigation steps in place.
Looking Ahead:
The official season ends November 30th, and all signs point to a decline in tropical activity.
Focus will shift to winter hazards: mid-latitude storms, damaging winds, snow, ice, and freeze events, with Monarch ready to support clients through the changing conditions.
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