Hurricane Tracker Prince Edward Island
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
RainViewer shows storm tracks on one map for Prince Edward Island and the Gulf of St. Lawrence.
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
Current hurricanes near Prince Edward Island
Prince Edward Island is a small island in the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The island is flat, with a long coast for its size. This list names each active tropical storm or hurricane near Prince Edward Island, with its category and status, and each storm links to its own tracker page.
No active tropical storm or hurricane is listed near Prince Edward Island.
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How RainViewer shows storms
The Canadian Hurricane Centre publishes the official weather warnings and storm information for Prince Edward Island. The Storm Tracks layer on the RainViewer map shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks. RainViewer does not replace official warnings.
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When is hurricane season in Prince Edward Island?
Hurricane season in Prince Edward Island runs from 1 June to 30 November. Most activity falls between mid-August and mid-October, and 10 September is the climatological peak, according to the National Hurricane Center.
A hurricane starts as a cluster of thunderstorms over warm ocean water. Warm, moist air rises from the sea surface. The air pressure near the surface drops, and more air flows in. The rotation of the Earth makes this air spin, anticlockwise in the Northern Hemisphere. Weak winds high in the atmosphere let the system organise. A system with a closed circulation is called a tropical depression. It becomes a tropical storm when its winds strengthen, and the National Hurricane Center gives it a name. It becomes a hurricane when its winds reach hurricane strength.
Sea temperatures around Prince Edward Island are highest in late summer. This is the time of the most storm activity. Early in the season, storms often form in the Gulf of Mexico or the western Caribbean Sea. Later in the season, storms often start as tropical waves that leave West Africa and cross the Atlantic Ocean. Storms reach the island from the south or southwest, usually after they pass Nova Scotia.
Storms in other Canadian provinces
Prince Edward Island is one of the Canadian provinces with its own hurricane tracker. See current and past storms near New Brunswick and Nova Scotia on their pages, or open the Canada page.
Hurricane categories at a glance
Tropical Depression (<39 mph)
Rain and gusty wind, no hurricane classification yet.
Tropical Storm (39-73 mph)
Heavy rain, coastal flooding, fallen branches.
Category 1 Hurricane (74-95 mph)
Roof and cladding damage, fallen trees, power cuts.
Category 2 Hurricane (96-110 mph)
Major roof damage, trees snapped, prolonged power cuts.
Category 3 Hurricane (111-129 mph)
Structural damage to homes, water and power loss for days.
Category 4 Hurricane (130-156 mph)
Severe structural damage, long-term power and water loss.
Category 5 Hurricane (157 mph or higher)
Total roof failure and wall collapse, area uninhabitable for weeks.
FAQ
Where can I see current hurricanes near Prince Edward Island?
The hurricane tracker map on this RainViewer page shows current storm tracks near Prince Edward Island, and the list under the map names each active storm near Prince Edward Island. When no storm is active, the list says so and links to storms in other regions. Past storms near Prince Edward Island are listed further down the page.
When is hurricane season in Prince Edward Island, and which months are busiest?
Hurricane season in Prince Edward Island runs from 1 June to 30 November, and most activity falls between mid-August and mid-October, according to the National Hurricane Center. 10 September is the climatological peak, the date when historical records show the most tropical storms and hurricanes. Storms reach the island from the south or southwest, usually after they pass Nova Scotia.
Which official source issues hurricane warnings for Prince Edward Island?
The Canadian Hurricane Centre publishes the official weather warnings for Prince Edward Island, and the National Hurricane Center (NHC) publishes forecasts and advisories for every active storm in the Atlantic basin. RainViewer shows storm tracks on a map and does not replace official warnings. The NHC is the source for official basin forecasts.
What does the forecast cone show on the Prince Edward Island map?
The forecast cone on the RainViewer map shows the probable track of the centre of a storm during the forecast period. The cone does not show how far wind, rain, or storm surge reach from the centre, so areas outside the cone can still have storm effects. The cone is part of the Storm Tracks layer, together with the current position, the past path, and the forecast path.
Where can I see rain radar for Prince Edward Island?
RainViewer shows rain radar for Prince Edward Island, and the Prince Edward Island weather radar page lists radar coverage and links to city radar pages. RainViewer updates radar every 5 minutes. Radar shows rain inside a storm. The Storm Tracks layer shows where the storm is moving.
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