Tropical Cyclones

Tropical Cyclones

Hurricanes, typhoons and cyclones are strong rotating storm systems occurring in the tropics with 1-min maximum sustained wind speeds of more than 119 km/h.

Characteristics and Formation of Thunderstorms

Characteristics and Formation of Thunderstorms

Besides winter storms and flooding, severe thunderstorms are among the most significant natural hazards in Germany.

Storms in Europe

Storms in Europe

Storms with severe wind gusts are connected to different weather systems.

Infographics on tropical hurricanes

Infographics on tropical hurricanes

A picture is worth a thousand words: information and data on hurricanes are summarized in graphics (in german).

Large-scale Wind systems of the Earth

Large-scale Wind systems of the Earth

Motion in the atmosphere is caused by differences in solar radiation.