See hurricane alerts for New York now, and how the 1938 storm, Carol, Gloria and Bob rank among 11 landfalls
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Hurricanes that made landfall in New York
New York hurricane history: 11 in the official NHC record. Most recent first.
The most recent was Bob in 1991, with winds of 105 mph at landfall.
| Storm | Date | Winds at landfall | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bob (1991) | Aug 19, 1991 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Gloria (1985) | Sep 27, 1985 | 85 mph | Category 1 |
| Donna (1960) | Sep 12, 1960 | 100 mph | Category 2 |
| Carol (1954) | Aug 31, 1954 | 115 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1944) | Sep 15, 1944 | 105 mph | Category 2 |
| Unnamed (1938) | Sep 21, 1938 | 120 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1934) | Sep 9, 1934 | 75 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1894) | Oct 10, 1894 | 85 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1893) | Aug 24, 1893 | 85 mph | Category 1 |
| Unnamed (1869) | Sep 8, 1869 | 115 mph | Category 3 |
| Unnamed (1858) | Sep 16, 1858 | 90 mph | Category 1 |
1990s: 1 · 1980s: 1 · 1960s: 1 · 1950s: 1 · 1940s: 1 · 1930s: 2 · 1890s: 2 · 1860s: 1 · 1850s: 1
Counts Atlantic hurricanes whose center crossed the New York coast with winds of at least 74 mph at that moment, from NHC landfall records matched to the nearest state within 25 miles. A storm that weakened before landfall is not counted, and a storm that struck another state first is counted only where it made landfall. Winds shown are at landfall, not the peak of the storm. Source: NOAA National Hurricane Center HURDAT2. Past counts do not predict the next season.
Official sources for New York
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New York evacuation zones, orders and routes
Evacuation is ordered by local officials. These are the official places to check your zone and any orders.
Hurricane season in New York: dates and what to do
The Atlantic hurricane season runs June 1 to November 30. Activity usually peaks around September 10, with most storms between mid-August and mid-October (National Hurricane Center).
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Common questions about hurricanes in New York
How many hurricanes have made landfall in New York?
The National Hurricane Center record lists 11 hurricane landfalls on New York's coast since 1858. The table on this page shows each one.
When was the last hurricane in New York?
The most recent hurricane landfall on New York's coast in the National Hurricane Center record is Bob in 1991, with winds of 105 mph at landfall.
What was the strongest hurricane to hit New York?
By wind speed, an unnamed storm in 1938: 120 mph at landfall. Hurricanes are rated by wind speed only, so a storm with weaker winds can still cause more damage from surge or flooding.
Which decade had the most hurricanes in New York?
The 1930s, with 2 of the 11 landfalls in the record. A busy decade does not predict the next one, because each season depends on that year's ocean and wind conditions.
Where do I find evacuation zones, orders and routes in New York?
Start with NY Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services. Evacuation zones and orders are set by your county or state emergency management office, not by us. Follow local orders and check your zone before a storm threatens.