And today the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Hurricane Center displays that most optimistic of Atlantic basin forecasts: an empty map labeled “no disturbances”—an indication that meteorologists don’t expect any tropical activity of note within the next seven days.

The National Hurricane Center currently is tracking two tropical waves in the Atlantic basin, which covers the northern Atlantic, Gulf and Caribbean. ➤ September hurricane season forecast: Savor the break, but trouble is brewing in back half