In 2023, there were a total of 7 hurricanes in the Atlantic basin. Among these, 3 intensified to major hurricane status (Category 3 or higher)
. Globally, the total number of hurricanes (or equivalent tropical cyclones) in 2023 was 46, which is close to the average number of hurricanes worldwide
. To summarize:
- Atlantic hurricanes in 2023: 7 hurricanes (3 major)
- Worldwide hurricanes in 2023: 46 hurricanes
