Articles Index
2014 Hurricane Names
2014 Hurricane Names
2012 Hurricane Names
2012 Hurricane Names
2013 Hurricane Names
2013 Hurricane Names
Naming Hurricanes
Have you ever wondered about the system used for naming hurricanes? Where did those names come from, anyway? Will we have to suffer through another "Hurricane Andrew"? The system is not that complicated. Let your Guide to Miami give you a tour of the system and its history.
Miami Average Monthly Temperatures
Wondering how hot or cold it is in Miami? You might be surprised what you'll learn! Whether you're planning a trip to Miami or permanently relocating, you'll be interested in knowing the average high and low temperatures you can expect each month in Miami.
Miami Weather and Climate FAQ
What's the weather like in Miami? How hot does it get? How cold are our winters? Has it ever snowed in Miami? How often do hurricanes strike Southeast Florida? How much rain do we get? Find out the answers to all these questions and more in our climate and weather FAQ.
Beach Flag Warning System
South Florida beaches use a uniform flag warning system to advise beachgoers of potential safety risks. These colored flags indicate the nature of the threat and the action government officials advise.
2011 Hurricane Names
2011 Hurricane Names
2010 Hurricane Names
2010 Hurricane Names
2009 Hurricane Names
2009 Hurricane Names
2008 Hurricane Names
2008 Hurricane Names
2007 Hurricane Names
2007 Hurricane Names
Naming Hurricanes
Have you ever wondered about the system used for naming hurricanes? Where did those names come from, anyway? Will we have to suffer through another "Hurricane Andrew"? The system is not that complicated. Let your Guide to Miami give you a tour of the system and its history.
Retired Hurricane Names
The National Hurricane Center uses seven rotating lists of standard names for storms. However, meteorologists will occasionally remove a name from the list after an especially deadly or costly storm.
Miami Hurricane Evaucation Zones
Miami-Dade County provides residents with explicit guidance on evacuation in the event of a hurricane or severe tropical storm. The county uses a three-tiered zone system to help residents decide when it is time to seek shelter.
Hurricane History Facts
What was the deadliest hurricane of all time? The costliest? What state has taken the most direct hurricane hits? How often, on average, do major hurricanes hit the US? I've come up with some stats and facts that may surprise you. How's your hurricane knowledge?
Hurricane Categories
Whenever a tropical storm hits the news, you begin to hear talk of hurricane categories. Questions like “What category will this storm be when it hits Florida?” and “Do you think this will be a category 5 storm?” dominate local conversation. You might have a vague understanding that the higher the category, the stronger the storm, but do you really know what these categories are all about?