Depresion Tropical
In short
A tropical depression is a low-pressure weather system with organized thunderstorms and a defined centre. As of 14 October 2026, tropical depression Twenty-One-E has already strengthened into Tropical Storm Trudy in the Pacific Ocean.
In plain words
It is a weak tropical storm that has not yet reached full storm strength. It brings heavy rain and wind to coastal areas. If it gains more speed and power, it can grow into a tropical storm or a hurricane.
A simple example
Tropical depression Twenty-One-E began as a cluster of clouds and rain in the Pacific before becoming Tropical Storm Trudy.
Why it matters
These systems are important to track because they can quickly intensify into dangerous hurricanes. They often cause heavy rainfall, flooding, and disruptions to local activities like football matches.
Easy to mix up
Do not confuse a tropical depression with a hurricane; a depression is simply an earlier, weaker stage of the same type of storm.
Sources
- ¡SURGE LA TORMENTA TROPICAL TRUDY A 790 KM DE ACAPULCO!
- ¿Cuál es la diferencia entre una depresión tropical, una tormenta y un huracán?
- Llega la tormenta tropical ‘Trudy’ mientras Simon comienza a debilitarse ¿pegará en Guanajuato?
- Tormenta tropical Trudy podría convertirse en huracán mayor