Above-average Atlantic hurricane season predicted as peak weeks near

The peak period of hurricane season is historically mid-August through October.

There's a 65% chance for an above-normal Atlantic hurricane season as the most dangerous weeks inch closer, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Wednesday as the agency released its updated outlook. There's a 10% likelihood of a below-normal season and a 25% chance of a near-normal season, NOAA added. There have already been five named storms this year. NOAA said to expect seven to 10 hurricanes this season.