The peak of hurricane season (September 10th) is quickly approaching and only 4 named storms have occurred, with only one tropical system (Tropical Storm Claudette) making landfall in the United States. (no significant damage)

This is great news, but as we approach the peak of hurricane season and throughout the month of September, tropical activity does increase.

There have been 3 other years since 2000, with 4 named storms through August 30th. (2000, 2001, and 2002)

 (Note: No years with less than 4 named storms through August 30th, since 2000)

During the 2000 Atlantic Hurricane Season, four named storms occurred through August 30th. (2 hurricanes and 2 tropical storms)

Thereafter, 10 named storms occurred through the remainder of the season, seven of which occurred during the month of September, with the remaining 3 occurring in October. (6 hurricanes and 4 tropical storms)