List of Delaware Hurricanes - Strongest Storms

Strongest Storms

The following storms have caused hurricane-force winds in Delaware.

Name Saffir-Simpson
Category
Date of closest approach Year
Unnamed 1 October 23 1878
Unnamed 1 September 16 1903
Hurricane Irene 1 August 28 2011
Hurricane Sandy 1 October 29 2012

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