User blog:MasterGarf/Where are Alvin and Barry?

After several years of active early seasons, the tropics are dead quiet and have been for a while. Which raises two questions: Where is Alvin, and Where is Barry?

First, let's address the bigger anomaly, Alvin. Typically, the EPAC would have one or two named storms at this point. But right now, there is nothing. Nada. No signs of Alvin on the models and we're approaching record inactivity for the early season. While it is still possible for Alvin to form in June, the clock is running out fast. We could potentially see the first July start for the Eastern Pacific since reliable record keeping began. When do you think Alvin will form? Let me know in the comments.

Now, let's address Barry. Similar to the Pacific, the Atlantic has shown minimal activity over the past month, execpt for a failed AOI in the Bay of Campeche. While it's more normal for the Atlantic to be inactive in the month of June, it should be noted that last year's June also featured no tropical activity. The last time two consecutive seasons lacked June activity was 2008 and 2009. So, when do you think Barry will form? Let me know down below.

Thanks for reading, folks!

- Garfield