How many hurricanes have hit the Yucatán Peninsula?

105 hurricanes
The track map for all 105 hurricanes shows that most hurricanes approach the Yucatán Peninsula from the east-southeast, with the greatest density of storms offshore to the north or east, or landing on the northeastern part of the peninsula (Figure 27.2).

What hurricanes have hit the Yucatan?

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• Hurricane Gilbert – the strongest Atlantic hurricane before Wilma, struck the Yucatán Peninsula in 1988.
• Hurricane Isidore – slow-moving hurricane in 2002 that struck the north coast of the Yucatán Peninsula.
• Hurricane Janet – powerful hurricane that struck the Yucatán Peninsula in 1955.

Does Yucatan Mexico get hurricanes?

Hurricanes and tropical storms can affect weather on the Caribbean coast of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Gulf Coast, and the Pacific Coast.

When was the last time a hurricane hit Cancun Mexico?

The Cancun area has only been hit by two major hurricanes: Gilbert on September 15, 1988 and Wilma on October 21, 2005, 17 years apart. The best precaution you can take, just in case a hurricane does occur, is to purchase trip insurance.

What part of Mexico is safest from hurricanes?

The bay, as well as the lush mountains that envelop it, provides an extra barrier of natural protection that makes Puerto Vallarta one of the safest places to visit on Mexico’s gorgeous Pacific coastline during hurricane season, which typically runs from June through November.

What part of Mexico has no hurricanes?

Home to some of the most breathtaking beaches along the Mexican Caribbean, Cancun has been blessed to avoid much damage from hurricanes. In fact, the coastal city has only been hit by two major hurricanes (Gilbert and Wilma, respectively), which were 17 years apart.

Did Riviera Maya get hit by hurricane?

Hurricane Grace has struck Mexico’s Caribbean coast just south of the ancient Mayan temples of Tulum, tearing the roofs off some homes, knocking out power to thousands and keeping tourists off white sand beaches as it crossed the Yucatan Peninsula.

Is there a hurricane season in Yucatán?

Hurricanes in Yucatán If you are new to Yucatán or just visiting, it is worth taking a moment to learn about hurricane season. From June 1st to November 30th we keep our eyes on the weather and its forecasts. Hurricanes, unlike earthquakes and tsunamis, take days to form, so you have time to prepare.

What was the name of the hurricane that hit Mexico?

• Hilda, September 19, 1955: Hit the eastern Yucatán between Chetumal and Cozumel with 185 km/h winds, weakened over land and then regained its strength, becoming a 209 km/h Category 3 hurricane in the Gulf of Mexico, where it hit Tampico.

What was the worst storm to hit Mexico in 1959?

• Mexico, October 27, 1959: Hurricane Mexico was a rare and devastating Category 5 storm, striking the Pacific coast with 261 km/h winds, and leaving between 1,000 and 2,000 dead.

When did Hurricane Gilbert hit Mexico?

Gilbert crossed the northeast coast of Mexico’s Yucatan peninsula on September 14th, becoming the first Category 5 hurricane in the Atlantic basin to strike land since Camille in 1969. Gilbert weakened over the Yucatan peninsula and emerged into the western Gulf of Mexico as a Category 2 hurricane.