NOAA’s outlook includes a range of 13 to 19 named storms — those with winds of at least 39 mph. Of those, six to 10 could strengthen into hurricanes, and between three and five may reach major hurricane status,

NOAA is now forecasting a 6-in-10 chance of an above-average hurricane season.

According to NOAA, there is a 30 percent chance of a near-normal season and a 60 percent chance of an above-normal season, with a 10 percent chance of a below-normal season.