How Warming Oceans Extend Hurricane Season Into Late Fall
• Warming ocean temperatures, driven by climate change, are extending the Atlantic hurricane season later into the fall.
• Warmer waters fuel hurricanes, leading to increased storm surge, heavy rainfall, and stronger winds, posing greater risks to coastal communities.
• Adapting to extended hurricane seasons requires stronger infrastructure, improved early warning systems, and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.
Warmer oceans extend hurricane season into late fall
The Atlantic hurricane season, traditionally spanning from June 1st to November 30th, is increasingly showing signs of extending later into the fall. This shift is primarily attributed to the rising temperatures of our oceans, a direct consequence of global climate change. Warmer ocean waters act as fuel for hurricanes, providing the energy and moisture necessary for these powerful storms to form and intensify.
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