Odalys (2020)

A tropical wave that moved off Central America developed into Tropical Storm Odalys on 3 November 2020 while centered about 635 nautical miles south‑southwest of the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula. Odalys moved generally west‑northwest to northwest on 3–4 November, reached peak strength early on 5 November, then weakened quickly under strong wind shear and dry air. The system became post‑tropical by 1800 UTC 5 November, turned west and then southwest, and dissipated about 0000 UTC 8 November roughly 1,200 n mi west‑southwest of the southern tip of Baja California.

Odalys remained well offshore during its lifetime and did not make any landfalls. No watches or warnings were issued for land areas.

The storm’s maximum sustained winds were 45 kt (about 52 mph) and its best‑track minimum central pressure was 1000 mb at peak intensity on 5 November. At its strongest it was a modest tropical storm (below hurricane strength).

There were no reported storm surge measurements or notable rainfall impacts in populated areas associated with Odalys; no ship reports of tropical‑storm‑force winds were received. The official report lists no reports of damage or casualties linked to the storm.

No deaths or damage were reported. Forecasts anticipated the system’s genesis well in advance, and NHC track and intensity forecasts for Odalys generally performed at or better than recent averages; forecasters correctly predicted that the storm would not strengthen much during its short life.