Tropical waters that started the season on the cooler side have warmed and a traveling spot of storminess is stoking African tropical waves.

As the Atlantic Ocean stirs with a tropical storm and two disturbances​, including one off Northeast Florida, the university's researchers maintained that the season's activity will be slightly above normal.

Each month during hurricane season, Colorado State University provides an update to its hurricane season forecast. Colorado State University is a widely recognized institution known for its expertise in hurricane forecasting.