When is hurricane season ?

Q: When is hurricane season ?

A: Hurricane Season officially begins on June 1 and ends on November 30. The vast majority of Hurricanes and tropical storm activity however, occurs between August and early October, with the first week in September generally considered the peak. If you live in, or plan to travel to this part of the world when it is hurricane season, you should take neccessary precautions. The atlantic hurricane season which usually affects the carribbean, the gulf of mexico, and the eastern U.S.

When is Hurricane Season

Q: How is hurricane strength measured ?

A: Hurricane strength is measured using the Saffir-Simpson scale. This scale categorizes hurricane intensity as 1 through 5 based on sustained windspeed.

Category Wind Speed (MPH) Storm surge (ft)

5
> 155 > 18

4 131-155 13-18

3 111-130
9-12

2 96-110 6-8

1 74-95 4-5

If you plan to vacation in the carribean during hurricane season it is advisable to check tropical weather activity immediately before departure. Also booking reservations that include some sort of weather guarantee / refund if you cannot travel due to a hurricane can be a good investment.
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