Why no Atlantic hurricanes made landfall in the U.S. this year

Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at 4:17 pm

Unusual Hurricane Season Ends Without U.S. Landfall

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is drawing to a close, marking the first time in a decade that no hurricanes have made landfall in the continental United States. While several storms developed in the tropical Atlantic, they all ultimately veered northward and out to sea. This unusual pattern, described by meteorologists as "recurvature," is attributed to specific atmospheric conditions.

This season saw a total of 13 named storms, including four major hurricanes. Despite the intensity of some storms, none directly impacted the U.S. mainland. The only tropical storm to make landfall was Chantal, which struck near Litchfield Beach, South Carolina, causing flash floods and resulting in casualties.

Experts point to the influence of winds and air pressure as key factors in the storms' unusual paths. A persistent area of low pressure over the eastern U.S., combined with a dip in the jet stream, weakened the Bermuda High, a high-pressure ridge that typically influences hurricane tracks. This weakening caused the storms to be swept northward, parallel to the East Coast, before heading out to sea.

This is not unprecedented. In the last 25 years, excluding this season, there have been seven others where no hurricanes struck the mainland U.S.

BNN's Perspective: While the absence of hurricane landfalls is a welcome reprieve for coastal communities, it's crucial to remember that this is just one season. The underlying factors that influence hurricane paths are complex and subject to change. Continued monitoring and preparedness remain essential for future hurricane seasons.

Keywords: hurricane season, hurricane landfall, Atlantic hurricanes, recurvature, Bermuda High, jet stream, tropical storms, weather patterns, meteorology, climate.

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