Storm Names for Autumn 2025: Adam First on the List 2026

The 2025 autumn storm names have been released, and the first storm of the season will be called Adam. This marks the tenth autumn-winter season in which the Spanish State Meteorological Agency (AEMET), together with its counterparts in France, Portugal, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Andorra, names storms and DANAs (Isolated Depressions at High Levels) that could have a significant impact on these countries.

Until the 2017-2018 season, all storms were named indiscriminately. However, at that point, the decision was made to imitate the system used by the UK and Irish meteorological services, which only name storms that can truly cause a major impact on property and people.

Why Only High-Impact Storms Get Names

Just as with Atlantic and Pacific hurricanes, storms receive a personal name that is easily identifiable by the public. The list is decided and published before the season begins. The decision to name only high-impact storms and DANAs was made for social reasons.

According to surveys conducted in the UK and Ireland, the public pays more attention to warnings of adverse weather phenomena and safety recommendations when these phenomena are identified and associated with a name they can remember. If absolutely all storms are named, the effect is lost, but if only those that could have a significant impact are named, the public takes them more seriously, as they know there could be real danger.

The Naming System and Its Benefits

The naming system is designed to improve communication and public response to severe weather. When a storm is named, it becomes easier for meteorologists, emergency services, and the media to refer to it consistently, reducing confusion and ensuring that safety messages are clear and memorable.

This approach has been shown to increase public awareness and preparedness. People are more likely to take action, such as securing property or evacuating if necessary, when they hear a named storm is approaching. The collaboration among multiple countries ensures that naming is consistent across borders, which is crucial for storms that affect multiple regions. The background to this story is set out in Storm Names Should Tell a Story or Two, Readers Say. A related thread runs through Storm Names 2026-27: Met Office Reveals Shaun the Sheep. Earlier coverage in Typhoon Dim-sum: How Hong Kong Named a Storm After Food shows how the argument developed.

What to Expect This Autumn

The full list of names for the 2025 autumn-winter season has been published, and it includes a mix of male and female names, alternating alphabetically. The first storm, Adam, sets the stage for what could be an active season. While it's impossible to predict exactly how many storms will be named, the list provides a ready reference for meteorologists and the public alike. A closer look at the same subject appears in Spain's AEMET Forecast: No Autumn in Sight as Heat Persists. Anyone following the wider picture can start with Midwest Storm Power Outages: 540K Homes Affected. The same theme surfaces in Tropical Storm Bertha Threatens Texas Coast with Flooding, which takes a different angle.

Residents in the participating countries should familiarize themselves with the list and stay tuned to official weather forecasts. Being aware of the names can help you quickly recognize when a serious storm is on the way and take appropriate precautions. Context on how this played out before sits in Tropical Storm Isaias Forecast to Become First Hurricane.

Key Takeaways

• The 2025 autumn storm season starts with Storm Adam.
• Only high-impact storms and DANAs are named to ensure public attention.
• AEMET collaborates with France, Portugal, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Andorra.
• Naming storms improves public response to warnings and safety recommendations.
• The list is pre-determined and published before the season begins.

Comparison of Naming Criteria

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