SHLevel 1

Hurricane Categories

The code SH identifies the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, which classifies tropical cyclones into six categories based on their sustained wind speeds. Categories range from Category 1 (74-95 mph) up to Category 5 (157 mph or higher), indicating increasing potential for damage and informing warnings.

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SH.01Tropical Depression (< 39 mph)

SH.02Tropical Storm (39-73 mph)

SH.03Category 1 (74-95 mph)

SH.04Category 2 (96-110 mph)

SH.05Category 3 (111-129 mph) Major

SH.06Category 4 (130-156 mph) Major

SH.07Category 5 (157+ mph) Major

SH.08Post-Tropical Cyclone

SH.09Subtropical Storm

SH.10Tropical Wave/Disturbance

SH.11Invest (Potential System)

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