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category 3, 4, or 5 hurricanes
Coverage of category 3, 4, or 5 hurricanes in the Nexus archive.
- Forecasters predict below-average hurricane season, advise against complacency
Forecasters predict a below-average 2023 hurricane season with 8-14 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 1-3 major hurricanes, compared to typical averages of 14 storms, 7 hurricanes, and 3 major hurricanes. The National Weather Service emphasizes preparedness despite lower-than-average projections.