Storm classification
What is hurricane category?
Hurricane categories classify storms based on sustained wind speeds. The Saffir-Simpson scale uses categories from 1 to 5.
Classification
Wind speed categories
Category= Sustained Wind Speed Range
Higher categories represent stronger sustained winds and greater potential impacts.
Applications
Uses of hurricane classification
This tool helps students learn meteorology, weather science, and hurricane classification systems.
Questions and answers
Calculator FAQ
How is hurricane category calculated?
Hurricane category is determined by comparing sustained wind speed with classification thresholds.
What scale is used for hurricane categories?
The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale is commonly used to classify hurricanes.
Can this predict hurricane damage?
No. Damage depends on many factors including location, rainfall, storm surge, and building conditions.
What science concepts are used?
The calculator uses meteorology, wind speed measurement, and storm classification concepts.