The End of Hurricane Season Isn't Really the End

Guess what? Hurricane season isn't quite done with us yet. There are three places in the Atlantic Ocean that could brew up some trouble soon. One spot, in the western Caribbean, might turn into a tropical storm next week. This storm could head toward the Gulf of Mexico, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to nearby areas. But don't worry, the US Gulf Coast might get lucky – winds could tear apart any storm that tries to enter the area. Two other spots, one near Puerto Rico and one out in the open Atlantic, might also spawn something, but they're less likely to cause problems on land. November usually isn't a big hurricane month, but this year seems different. We've already had more storms than usual, and now it looks like November wants to join the party. While it's rare for November storms to hit the US, they do happen, often in the Caribbean and parts of the Atlantic where the water is still warm. The Gulf isn't usually a problem this time of year, but if the water is extra warm, anything can happen. Even after the official end of hurricane season on November 30, storms can stick around. Since the late 1800s, about two dozen tropical systems have lingered into December. So, keep an eye out, even though it's almost winter!