Chapter 11—Projecting global and regional changes in tropical cyclones and their potential impacts

Tropical cyclones are among the most consequential climate and weather systems influencing human societies. As global temperatures rise, understanding how cyclone frequency, intensity and behavior may change becomes essential for long‑term risk assessment. This work emphasizes the importance of future cyclone projections in evaluating how climate change will affect communities, infrastructure and global vulnerability over the next half‑century. Improved modeling is central to anticipating impacts, guiding adaptation strategies and informing climate‑resilient planning.