Hurricane Intensity Scale

The Saffir-Simpson hurricane damage potential scale is used to describe the damage potential for hurricanes based on wind speed, central pressure, and storm surge.

Calculator

Inputs

Wind Speed (mph)

Central Pressure (inches Hg)

Storm Surge (feet)

Results

Hurricane Category--

Damage Level--

Category	Wind Speed (mph)	Central Pressure (inches Hg)	Storm Surge (feet)	Damage Level
1	74 - 95	> 28.94	4 - 5	Minimal
2	96 - 110	28.91 - 28.50	6 - 8	Moderate
3	111 - 130	28.47 - 27.91	9 - 12	Extensive
4	131 - 155	27.88 - 27.17	13 - 18	Extreme
5	> 156	< 27.15	> 18	Catastrophic