2024 Atlantic hurricane season forecasts up to 25 named storms due to record-warm ocean temperatures and La Niña.

2024 Atlantic hurricane season predicted to be abnormally active with up to 25 named storms, as record-warm ocean temperatures and La Niña contribute to the above-normal forecast. This active season has already produced the earliest category 5 storm on record, Hurricane Beryl, in July. A map displays ocean temperature differences, with darker shades indicating warmer or cooler surface temperatures, impacting storm formation and intensity.