Tropical Storm Kiko Forms in the Eastern Pacific and Could Become a Hurricane

Tropical Storm Kiko Forms in the Pacific

NHC Predicts Rapid Intensification

Storm Poses No Immediate Risk

According to CBS, Tropical Storm Kiko formed in the eastern Pacific Ocean early Sunday, more than 1,600 kilometers off the coast of Mexico.

The U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) reported that it does not pose an immediate threat to land.

As of Sunday, the system was located about 1,045 miles southwest of the southern tip of Baja California, with sustained winds of 40 mph (64 km/h).

It is moving west at about 9 mph (14.5 km/h), indicating it will continue drifting farther from the mainland.

Forecast for Intensification and Potential Hurricane

Tropical Storm Kiko developed early Sunday and is expected to become a hurricane later this week, according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami.
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The NHC stated that Kiko will continue strengthening gradually throughout the week.

Meteorologists forecast that it could become a hurricane as early as Tuesday if it maintains its predicted rate of intensification.

To reach hurricane status, a tropical system must record winds of at least 74 mph (119 km/h).

According to the NHC, it will be considered a major hurricane if its winds exceed 110 mph (177 km/h).

Active Storm Season in the Pacific

Tropical Storm Kiko Forms in the Eastern Pacific – PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK

Kiko became the eleventh named storm in the Eastern North Pacific so far in 2025.

The season has shown consistent activity, though most systems have posed no threat to land.

So far, only Tropical Storm Chantal has made U.S. landfall, causing deadly flooding in North Carolina in early July.

In June, Tropical Depression Barry came ashore on Mexico’s east coast with winds of 40 mph (64 km/h), without major reported damage.

Tropical Storm Kiko and Weather Monitoring

Tropical Storm Kiko – PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK

The National Hurricane Center, based in Miami, continues to closely monitor Kiko’s development.

No coastal watches or warnings have been issued for Mexico or the United States so far.

Experts recommend that vessels navigating the eastern Pacific remain attentive to official reports.

Authorities noted that although Kiko poses no immediate danger, it is part of an active season that requires ongoing monitoring.

Impact of Previous Storms in 2025

The passage of Tropical Storm Chantal in July caused deadly flooding in North Carolina, a reminder of the risks posed by such systems.

Chantal was the only storm to make landfall in the United States during the current Atlantic and Pacific cyclone season.

In June, Tropical Depression Barry struck Mexico’s east coast, though its effects were limited.

With Kiko’s arrival, the number of named storms in the Eastern North Pacific rose to eleven so far this year.

Conditions for Cyclone Development in the Pacific

Meteorologists explain that the heat stored in the eastern Pacific waters favors the rapid formation of tropical storms.

Atmospheric moisture and wind patterns also play a role in enabling a system to strengthen into a hurricane.

September is usually one of the most active months of the cyclone season, increasing vigilance in the region.

For this reason, monitoring Kiko takes place in a context of heightened alert that could intensify in the coming weeks.