Tracking tropical storm Erin: Path and forecast as it forms in Atlantic
Tropical Storm Erin has formed in the Atlantic with the potential to become the first hurricane of the 2025 season.
Tropical Storm Erin has formed out in the Atlantic, and weather experts say it could be the first hurricane of the 2025 season. The storm was named on Monday, Aug. 11, with top winds near 45 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center, reported People. It is moving west about 20 mph right now, and forecasters think it will keep that track for the next few days while slowly getting stronger.
Tropical Storm Erin path
If it keeps building, Erin could be just north of the Caribbean by the weekend. Some models show it may turn into a major hurricane within five days. That is pretty quick for a system that only formed this week. Erin is already the fifth named storm since the season started on June 1. The official season runs until Nov. 30.
NOAA has been calling for 13 to 18 named storms this year. Out of those, five to nine could become hurricanes, and as many as five may reach major hurricane strength. Earlier this year, they gave a 60% chance for an above-normal season, but that has been lowered to 50% now. Still, looking at the pace so far, it does not feel like a slow year at all.
Right now, the risk to the U.S. East Coast is considered low. But The Weather Channel says it is too early to rule anything out. August and September are usually when the Atlantic really comes alive, so experts say folks in storm-prone areas should be ready just in case.
{{/usCountry}}Right now, the risk to the U.S. East Coast is considered low. But The Weather Channel says it is too early to rule anything out. August and September are usually when the Atlantic really comes alive, so experts say folks in storm-prone areas should be ready just in case.
{{/usCountry}}For now, Erin is far out at sea. But storms have a way of changing quickly, and this one will be watched closely over the coming days to see just how strong it gets and where it might go next.
FAQs
1. What is Tropical Storm Erin?
Tropical Storm Erin is the fifth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. It formed in the Atlantic Ocean in mid-August and is currently moving west while gaining strength.
2. Could Tropical Storm Erin become a hurricane?
Yes. Forecasts suggest Erin may strengthen into the first hurricane of the 2025 season within the next few days, possibly by the weekend.
3. Where is the storm headed?
Right now, Erin is expected to track west and pass north of the Caribbean islands by the weekend. The exact path could change as the storm develops.
4. Is Tropical Storm Erin a threat to the U.S.?
At the moment, the National Hurricane Center says the risk to the U.S. East Coast is low. But meteorologists caution that it is too early to rule anything out.
5. When is hurricane season in the Atlantic?
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, with peak activity usually in August and September.
