Characterizing global tropical cyclone events of 2024

Abstract Full impact assessment of tropical cyclones each year requires a comprehensive sociodemographic analysis. We evaluated the sociodemographic characteristics of tropical cyclone-impacted regions during the 2024 calendar year in the recent historical context of 1980–2024. In 2024, tropical cyclone-force winds affected an estimated 429 902 820 people (5.5% of global population), the 12th highest since 1980, in disproportionately more deprived areas. Hurricane-force winds affected an estimated 59 672 600 people (0.8%), the 10th highest since 1980, in disproportionately less deprived areas. Our findings provide a global context for tropical cyclones to better guide resilience and recovery efforts.