Forecasters are warning of early signs of a potential tropical cyclone developing along the northeastern Gulf of Mexico. A low-pressure system that could bring storms to Florida before moving west has a medium chance of developing into a tropical cyclone over the next several days, according to the National Hurricane Center (NHC).

The National Hurricane Center has highlighted an area it's watching in the Gulf. Right now, there's a low chance for development.

Meteorologist Zack Webster reviews terms often used to describe tropical developments during hurricane season as activity in the Gulf ramps up this week.

A broad area of disturbed weather off the Southeast U.S. coast is drawing attention this week as it drifts westward toward the Gulf. While the system has a low chance of tropical development, it is expected to pull in deep tropical moisture,

As of Monday evening, the National Hurricane Center (NHC) has a 40% chance of tropical development either east or west of Florida. While we can't rule out formation in the Atlantic, the better opportunity will be in the Gulf.

A plume of Saharan dust is once again moving towards the Texas coast, and is expected to bring one or two drier days to the area. From Wednesday into Thursday, you may see haze in the skies, and fewer rain drops,

A disorganized low-pressure area off Florida is showing increasing chances of becoming a tropical depression or tropical storm this week.