Any strong shift in the air flow will disrupt the storm's growth. If each condition is met, a hurricane will surely form. As the system continues to organize, winds spiral in at greater speeds.

August and September mark peak hurricane season in the Atlantic basin. Here's why the conditions in these months make them more likely to form there.

HURRICANE Helene killed and destroyed ... heavy rains and sheer size created a perfect mix for devastation. The storm made landfall late Thursday (Sept 26) along a largely undeveloped expanse ...

Any strong shift in the air flow will disrupt the storm's growth. If each condition is met, a hurricane will surely form. As the system continues to organize, winds spiral in at greater speeds.