Hurricane Idalia (2023)

Name: Hurricane Idalia
Start: 2023
Location: Atlantic Ocean

Category 4 Atlantic Hurricane • Peak winds: 130 mph (209 km/h)

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🌀 Category 4

Hurricane Idalia reached Category 4 intensity on the Saffir-Simpson scale.

💨 130 mph

Peak sustained winds of 130 mph (209 km/h).

🌊 Atlantic Basin

Formed in the Atlantic Ocean during the 2023 hurricane season.

📍 Track History

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About Hurricane Idalia

Hurricane Idalia made landfall in Florida's Big Bend region as a powerful Category 3 hurricane in August 2023.

Storm Statistics

Name: Idalia
Year: 2023
Peak Category: 4 (Saffir-Simpson Scale)
Peak Winds: 130 mph (209 km/h)
Basin: Atlantic

Understanding Hurricane Categories

The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale rates hurricanes from 1 to 5 based on sustained wind speed. Category 4 storms like Idalia have winds that cause significant damage.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Hurricane Idalia occur?

Hurricane Idalia formed during the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season.

How strong was Hurricane Idalia?

Hurricane Idalia reached Category 4 intensity with peak sustained winds of 130 mph.

Where did Hurricane Idalia make landfall?

For detailed track and landfall information about Hurricane Idalia, check our storm tracker and historical hurricane data.