WATCH: our new 'Understanding tropical cyclone categories' video. A tropical cyclone’s effects vary depending on its intensity, so it’s important to understand the hazards involved and the potential damage a tropical cyclone can cause. More info: http://www.bom.gov.au/cyclone/about/ | Bureau of Meteorology

Today is the last day of the official 2020–21 tropical cyclone season! Similar to last year, overall it was a below-average season with 8 cyclones in the Australian region with 2 coastal crossings. Typically Australia sees around 11 cyclones each year, with 4 coastal crossings. So, what did the 2020–21 season bring? 🌀 Tropical cyclone Imogen - 1 - 6 January 2021 – max wind gust 110 km/h (cat 1) 🌀 Tropical cyclone Joshua - 14 - 17 January 2021 – max wind gust 100 km/h (cat 1) 🌀 Tropical cyclon

QUIZ: When does a tropical cyclone become classified as 'severe'? a) Category 1 – strongest gust 90-125 km/h b) Category 2 - strongest gust 125-164 km/h c) Category 3 – strongest gust 165-224 km/h d) Category 4 – strongest gust 225-279 km/h e) Category 5 – strongest gust more than 280 km/h. Our video explains how tropical cyclone severity is categorised, to help you better understand the hazards involved and the potential damage a cyclone can cause: http://ow.ly/oBcu30mlNWk | Bureau of Meteorolo