Forecasters keep an eye on Gulf for possible disturbance

Weather forecasters this week will keep an eye on the northeastern Gulf of Mexico for the potential of a developing disturbance.

On Monday morning, the National Hurricane Prediction Center said the likelihood of development remained low over the next seven days.

Even without tropical development, forecasters say the chances for increased rain along Florida’s west coast exist throughout the week, especially as July 4 approaches. Rain chances span between 50-80% through Friday.

Two storms have grown to named status in the first month of the 2025 hurricane season. Barry recently formed in the Gulf of Campeche near Mexico and dissipated. Andrea formed and dissipated in the central Atlantic Ocean.

September is considered the peak of the Atlantic Basin hurricane season.