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Current storms, forecast
The Weather Channel • • world
Key Points:
- The current hurricane season is being closely monitored in both the Atlantic and Pacific basins, with active tracking of storms such as Lala and Iselle using satellite imagery and forecast cones of uncertainty.
- Key environmental factors influencing storm development include sea surface temperatures, wind shear (areas of strong wind differences that hinder cyclone formation), and the presence of dry, dusty air from the Sahara Desert, which suppresses thunderstorm activity.
- In the Atlantic basin, plumes of dry, dust-laden air create unfavorable conditions for tropical storm development, as shown by brown-shaded areas on monitoring maps.
- The season's activity is assessed using metrics like Accumulated Cyclone Energy (ACE), which measures the total energy output of tropical storms and hurricanes, reflecting both their intensity and duration.
- Spaghetti models and tracking maps help visualize storm paths and forecast potential developments, aiding meteorologists in predicting hurricane behavior throughout the season.
