🔍 Key Concepts

• Beaufort scale range and what types of wind each force represents • Typical maximum Beaufort force used in marine weather reports • Approximate wind speeds in knots for high Beaufort numbers (e.g., 10, 11, 12)

💭 Think About

• Think about what kind of sea and wind conditions would exist at 65 knots—is that calm, fresh breeze, storm, or hurricane-force? • Consider whether the Beaufort scale usually uses whole numbers or decimals like 6.5 for official force designations. • Ask yourself if the Beaufort scale commonly goes as high as 15 in standard practice, or if it typically tops out at a lower number.

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify the normal upper limit of the Beaufort scale used on standard marine weather charts. • Check which Beaufort force corresponds to winds in the 60–70 knot range. • Confirm whether official Beaufort forces are given in whole numbers only or if decimal values (like 6.5) are used.