The fastest wind speed ever recorded comes from a hurricane gust. On April 10, 1996, Tropical Cyclone Olivia (a hurricane) passed by Barrow Island, Australia. It was the equivalent of a Category 4 hurricane at the time, 254 mph (408 km/h).

What is the strongest type of wind?

The most powerful, Category 5, is measured by winds whipping at 252 kph (157 mph). Tropical cyclones and typhoons are often measured using other scales, such as Japan's Tropical Cyclone Intensity Scale, which measures a typhoon as winds at 118 kph (73 mph).

Is 17mph wind strong?

Breezy is described as a sustained wind speed from 15-25 mph. Windy is a sustained wind speed from 20-30 mph. ... Sustained winds between 30-40 mph.