Is There A Hurricane Coming? What The Current Storm Season Means For NYC
Is there a hurricane coming, or is the northeast in the clear? Early September is typically prime time for a busy storm season.
A few weeks ago, Hurricane Ernesto threatened the possibility of rough weather and rip currents at NYC beaches (and beyond).
This time last year, New Yorkers were concerned with the side effects of Hurricane Lee. Now, however, the weather remains fairly consistent.
There are currently no active storms in the North Atlantic, Caribbean Sea, or Gulf of Mexico, according to the National Weather Service. Judson Jones, a meteorologist and a reporter at The New York Times, interviewed Phil Klotzbach, a researcher of hurricane activity at Colorado State University, who indicated that this type of inactivity hasn’t been detected since 1968.
So, what’s going on? This is not what the experts predicted several months ago. In fact, 2024 was supposed to be one of the most active storm seasons on record.
Apparently the northeast is not out of the woods just yet, and it’s possible that it does experience tropical storms and hurricanes. The reason the possibility for activity lingers is that the water in the Atlantic Ocean is so warm, and La Niña climate patterns are expected.
That doesn’t necessarily mean that severe storms are headed towards NYC, but we could feel the effects if the hurricane season picks up. Plus, Farmer’s Almanac has indicated that the east is slated for twice as many cloudy and showery days as opposed to fair and sunny dry days come autumn. That might mean carrying an umbrella while embarking on the best fall activities in NYC.
Since there is still time and the possibility for activity, we’ll keep you posted regarding any weather-related news affecting New Yorkers’ safety and plans.
For updates, consult the New York City Emergency Management Department.
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