Two hurricanes are currently active in the Eastern Pacific basin as of Monday. AccuWeather experts predict that one of them, named Barbara, will bring heavy rainfall and rough seas to coastal Mexico. This surge of tropical activity in the Eastern Pacific stands in contrast to the quiet Atlantic basin, which has yet to see its first named storm of the season.
Barbara, now a Category 1 hurricane, is hovering off the western coast of Mexico, producing powerful waves and rip currents. While it is not expected to make landfall, its effects are forecasted to persist through Monday night. Despite its intensity, Barbara is not considered a significant threat to Mexico.
In addition to Barbara, Tropical Storm Cosme has also formed in the Eastern Pacific and is gaining strength. Like Barbara, Cosme is not projected to directly impact land areas. Furthermore, meteorologists are monitoring another potential storm formation in mid-June, which could bring further impacts to Mexico.
While the Eastern Pacific is experiencing heightened tropical activity, the Atlantic basin remains quiet due to unfavorable conditions for storm development. Factors like wind shear and Saharan dust are inhibiting tropical storm formation in the Atlantic region. However, experts suggest that conditions may change as the season progresses, potentially leading to an increase in storm activity.
The hurricane season in the Pacific differs from that in the southwestern Atlantic. AccuWeather’s hurricane experts anticipate an active season until November 30. For enhanced safety features and an ad-free experience, consider unlocking advanced severe weather alerts with a Premium+ subscription on the AccuWeather app. Our expert meteorologists provide timely AccuWeather Alerts™ around the clock to help keep you and your loved ones safe.
