A Regression Analysis of Past Hurricane Patterns and a Projection for the 2016 Hurricane Season

Author

• Colleen Sanders

Date of Award

2016

Document Type

Dissertation/Thesis

Submission Date

October 2026

Thesis/Dissertation Advisor [Chair]

McGovern, Warren W.

Abstract

I have been discussing the ways in which mathematics is used in the process of hurricane prediction. My thesis analyzes some of the methods of calculation as well as the recent changes in meteorology in order to find more effective methods of predicting the number and intensity of hurricanes. The methods discussed include the use of statistics in the generation of trends and in the calculation of Accumulated Cyclonic Energy (ACE). These methods help meteorologists predict storm frequency, strength, and projected damages. This paper provides methods of calculation, a discussion of current projects and papers in this area of study, and a forecast of the 2016 hurricane season.

Comments

Includes bibliography.

Recommended Citation

Sanders, Colleen, "A Regression Analysis of Past Hurricane Patterns and a Projection for the 2016 Hurricane Season" (2016). Harriet L Wilkes Honors College Theses 2010 - 2019. 282.
https://digitalcommons.fau.edu/etd_honors_2/282

Extent

35 p.

Identifier

FA00003691