Monstrous storms: Top strongest hurricanes in US history

For New Jersey residents the Atlantic hurricane season starts on June 1 and ends November 30.

The most active month for hurricanes or tropical storms is September, while the least active month is May globally, according to NOAA.

So far, there have been 1,727 tropical cyclones of at least tropical storm intensity, 960 at hurricane intensity, and 333 at major hurricane intensity within the Atlantic Ocean.

This year experts predict an "extremely active" hurricane season, according to USA TODAY.

While Hurricane Beryl became a category 5 hurricane, the path has yet to hit the U.S.

From Alberto to William: The complete list of 2024 Atlantic hurricane names

Top strongest hurricanes

1. Maria: 2017

2. Mitch: 1998

3. Dean: 2007

4. Katrina: 2005

5. Camille: 1969

6. Allen: 1980

7. Rita: 2005

8. "Labor Day:" 1935

9. Gilbert: 1988

10. Wilma: 2005

*measured by peak pressure (mbar)

This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: What was the strongest hurricane ever recorded?