Cyclone Tracker Mayotte
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 Mayotte and the Comoros archipelago.
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
Current cyclones near Mayotte
Mayotte is a French island in the Comoros archipelago, in the Mozambique Channel, between Madagascar and the African mainland. Mayotte has a large lagoon around the main island. This list names each active tropical storm or cyclone near Mayotte, with its category and status, and each storm links to its own tracker page.
No active tropical storm or cyclone is listed near Mayotte.
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How RainViewer shows storms
Météo-France publishes the official weather warnings and storm information for Mayotte. 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 cyclone season in Mayotte?
Cyclone season in Mayotte runs from about mid-November to late April, according to Météo-France La Réunion.
A cyclone 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, clockwise in the Southern 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 a regional warning centre gives it a name. It becomes a cyclone when its winds reach cyclone strength.
Sea temperatures around Mayotte are highest in the southern summer. This is the time of the most storm activity. Cyclones often form over the warm waters of the Indian Ocean east of Madagascar and in the Mozambique Channel. Cyclones reach Mayotte from the Mozambique Channel and from the Indian Ocean in the east.
Storms in nearby regions
Looking for storms near Mayotte? See the cyclone trackers for the Comoros, Madagascar, Mozambique, or open the tracker for all regions.
Cyclone Strength, From Depression To Super Cyclone
Depression (31–49 km/h)
A low-pressure area with organised rain. No name yet.
Deep Depression (50–61 km/h)
Heavy rain over a wide area, rough seas.
Cyclonic Storm (62–88 km/h)
The storm gets a name. Fallen branches, flooding in low-lying areas.
Severe Cyclonic Storm (89–117 km/h)
Damage to thatched roofs and power lines, coastal flooding.
Very Severe Cyclonic Storm (118–166 km/h)
Roof damage to buildings, uprooted trees, storm surge on exposed coasts.
Extremely Severe Cyclonic Storm (167–221 km/h)
Serious structural damage, communication and power lines down over a wide area.
Super Cyclonic Storm (222 km/h or higher)
Widespread destruction and major storm surge along the coast.
FAQ
Where can I see current cyclones near Mayotte?
The cyclone tracker map on this RainViewer page shows current storm tracks near Mayotte, and the list under the map names each active storm near Mayotte. When no storm is active, the list says so and links to storms in other regions. Past storms near Mayotte are listed further down the page.
When is cyclone season in Mayotte, and which months are busiest?
Cyclone season in Mayotte runs from about mid-November to late April, according to Météo-France La Réunion, the regional warning centre for the south-west Indian Ocean. The busiest months fall inside this period. Cyclones reach Mayotte from the Mozambique Channel and from the Indian Ocean in the east.
Which official source issues cyclone warnings for Mayotte?
Météo-France publishes the official weather warnings for Mayotte, and Météo-France La Réunion publishes forecasts and advisories for every active storm in the south-west Indian Ocean basin. RainViewer shows storm tracks on a map and does not replace official warnings. Météo-France is the source for official basin forecasts.
What does the forecast cone show on the Mayotte 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 Mayotte?
RainViewer shows rain radar for Mayotte, and the Mayotte 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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