Q: What is the maximum intensity rating of a tropical cyclone on the Saffir-Simpson scale?

<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr">Arab Weather - The maximum classification of tropical cyclone strength according to the Saffir-Simpson scale is Category 5. This scale is used to classify tropical cyclones based on sustained wind speed and the destruction they can cause.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> A Category 5 hurricane is the strongest on this scale, with sustained winds of 155 mph (252 km/h) or greater. Hurricanes in this category cause massive destruction.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The Saffir-Simpson scale ranges from Class 1 (least strong) to Class 5 (strongest).</p>