Hurricane Tracker Calculator
Hurricane Status
Category:
Wind Speed: mph
Central Pressure: mb
Storm Movement: mph
Summary:
How to Use the Hurricane Tracker Calculator
The Hurricane Tracker Calculator is a simple tool that allows users to input storm metrics—like wind speed, central pressure, and movement speed—to determine the current hurricane category and expected impact.
Whether you’re a storm chaser, emergency planner, or a concerned citizen in a coastal area, this calculator helps give you quick insights into a storm’s intensity.
What Does the Calculator Do?
It uses your input to determine:
- Hurricane Category (based on Saffir-Simpson scale)
- Wind speed in mph
- Central pressure in millibars
- Storm movement speed
- Impact summary (for awareness)
How to Use the Calculator (Step-by-Step)
1. Enter Wind Speed
Input the current sustained wind speed of the storm in miles per hour (mph).
Example:
120 mph
2. Enter Central Pressure
Input the minimum central pressure of the system in millibars (mb).
Example:
950 mb
3. Enter Movement Speed
Input how fast the storm is moving forward in mph.
Example:
15 mph
4. Click “Track Hurricane”
The calculator will process the data and display:
- Hurricane Category (1–5 or Tropical Storm)
- All values you entered
- A plain-language summary of potential damage
Example
Suppose you enter:
- Wind Speed:
130 - Pressure:
945 - Movement:
10
Output:
- Category: Category 4
- Summary: Extreme damage likely.
FAQ – Hurricane Tracker Calculator
Q1: What scale does this calculator use?
It uses the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, which classifies storms into 5 categories based on sustained wind speed.
Q2: Does it track real storms or forecast paths?
No, this is a manual input calculator. It doesn’t track storm locations or future paths. For live storm tracking, refer to NOAA, NHC, or the Weather Channel.
Q3: Can I use this for tropical depressions?
Yes. If you enter a wind speed below 39 mph, you’re likely dealing with a Tropical Depression, though this calculator will label it “Tropical Storm” for simplicity.
Q4: Can this help me prepare for evacuation?
It gives you a quick understanding of storm strength, but always rely on official emergency management announcements for evacuation instructions.
Q5: Is it based on live data?
No. You must enter values manually. For real-time data, use sources like: