Atlantic hurricane season began June 1 and runs through Nov. 30. This year, both Colorado State University and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are predicting an above-average season.

A disturbance forming off the southeastern U.S. coast may become the first storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. The National Hurricane Center posted an alert on Monday evening, warning of a "non-tropical area of low pressure" forecast to form within the next few days.

Whether you have summer travel plans or family and friends in states that experience hurricanes, here's what you should know.