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Stormy Weather

Hurricanes, Monsoons, and Tropical Storms

How fast do the strongest hurricane winds blow?

The strongest hurricanes have winds that reach speeds over 200 miles (322 kilometers) per hour. Friction with the Earth’s surface prevents winds from blowing faster than 225 miles (362 kilometers) per hour.

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