Hurricane Risk for Corpus Christi, TX
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Since 1851, 105 hurricanes and tropical storms have passed within 150 miles of Corpus Christi. Here's what you should know.
By the numbers
Most recent hurricane
Beryl (2024)
Passed within 96 miles of Corpus Christi on July 08, 2024. Peak intensity: Cat 5 (167 mph).
Strongest hurricane ever to pass nearby
Allen (1980)
Reached Cat 5 (190 mph) at its peak. Passed within 87 miles of Corpus Christi.
Closest approach ever
Unnamed (1886)
Passed just 5.9 miles from Corpus Christi on September 24, 1886.
When hurricanes hit Corpus Christi
Distribution across the calendar year, based on every storm in the 150-mile radius since 1851:
Peak months are August through October, when the Atlantic season is most active. June, July, and November are secondary risk months.
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Sign Up FreeRecent notable storms (last 20 years)
Hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 200 miles in the last 20 years — these are the ones Corpus Christi residents likely remember:
| Storm | Year | Peak | Closest | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beryl | 2024 | Cat 5 | 96 mi | Jul 08, 2024 |
| Nicholas | 2021 | Cat 1 | 74 mi | Sep 13, 2021 |
| Hanna | 2020 | Cat 1 | 69 mi | Jul 25, 2020 |
| Harvey | 2017 | Cat 4 | 34 mi | Aug 26, 2017 |
| Dolly | 2008 | Cat 2 | 93 mi | Jul 24, 2008 |
| Ike | 2008 | Cat 4 | 193 mi | Sep 13, 2008 |
| Humberto | 2007 | Cat 1 | 141 mi | Sep 12, 2007 |
Preparedness
- Know your zone. Corpus Christi is in Nueces County — look up your evacuation zone here.
- Get alerts early. Sign up below — we'll notify you when storms first form in the basin, not just when they're at your doorstep.
- Have 3+ days of supplies. Water (1 gal/person/day), non-perishable food, medications, flashlights, batteries, cash.
- Have an evacuation plan. Know where you'll go, how you'll get there, what you'll bring.
- Follow official orders. If your zone is told to evacuate, leave. Don't wait.