Another above-normal Atlantic hurricane season is predicted this year, with 13-20 named storms, but experts do not anticipate the historic level of activity seen last year.

The Climate Prediction Center (CPC) of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) on Thursday said there was a 60% chance of an above-normal season, a 30% chance of a near-normal season, and a 10% chance of a below-normal season. 

The Atlantic hurricane season, which runs June 1 through Nov. 30, is predicted to have up to 20 named storms with winds of 39 mph or higher. There is a 70% chance that six to 10 of the storms may become hurricanes with winds of 74 mph or above. Three to five of the hurricanes could become Category 3, 4 or 5 storms carrying winds of 111 mph or higher.

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