HOUSTON (CW39) - September 10 marks the peak of Atlantic hurricane season. For more insight on local historic impacts — and why the tropics are calmer this year — retired meteorologist Dan Reilly sat down with CW39 meteorologist Allison Gutleber. Reilly also discussed how historic hurricanes have shaped Houston and how local geography, Gulf conditions, and history play a role in forecasting. Plus, we share information on how you can prepare.

Quiet during the peak of Hurricane Season

If you’ve been wondering why there are no disturbances in the Atlantic around the peak of hurricane season, we have the answer. Warmer air aloft, along with wind shear over areas where storms typically form, are keeping the tropics calm for the week of September 10.

That said, conditions can change, and ther

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