2021 Atlantic hurricane season (Kindofameme)

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The 2021 Atlantic hurricane season was a slightly below-average Atlantic hurricane season that saw an unusually high number of tropical cyclones pass near or over the Azores. The season officially started on June 1, 2021, although tropical cyclone formation is possible at any time of the year, demonstrated when Tropical Storm Ana formed on May 12. The season ended on December 1, 2021, although Tropical Storm Larry extended the season duration by 4 days.

Most forecasters predicted a near to above average season owing to favourable conditions and warmer than average sea surface temperatures; however, the season had very sporadic and unusual periods of inactivity. Only one tropical cyclone each formed in August and September, well below the climatological averages. October on the other hand was well above average with four tropical storms, three of which became hurricanes.

Despite the near-average activity, overall impacts were minimal. Hurricane Elsa became the strongest tropical cyclone on record to make landfall on the Azores, claiming the lives of 10 people and leaving multiple areas devastated. Similarly, Henri affected the Azores as a weakening tropical cyclone causing a further fatality. Elsewhere, the central Gulf Coast was affected by several tropical cyclones, however they were all weak systems.