Massachusetts Disaster & Funding Calendar
When Massachusetts's hazards peak — and when the federal money windows open. The recurring hazard seasons (winter storm, hurricane, severe storm) alongside the SAM.gov, FEMA and grant deadlines that decide who's ready when disaster strikes.
Massachusetts hazard seasons — 12-month view
| Hazard | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winter Storm | December–March | ||||||||||||
| Hurricane | August–October | ||||||||||||
| Severe Storm | March–June |
Peak windows
- Winter Storm — typically December–March in Massachusetts.
- Hurricane — typically August–October in Massachusetts.
- Severe Storm — typically March–June in Massachusetts.
💰 Funding & deadline cycles
- 🔁SAM.gov registration renewal — annualLapses lock you out of federal contracts & grants. Renew ~60 days before expiry.
- 🏛️FEMA Public Assistance & HMGP — post-declarationWindows open after a Massachusetts disaster is declared and close fast. Watch the live map for new declarations.
- 🏗️HUD CDBG-DR — appropriation-drivenFunds follow major disasters via Congressional appropriation; action-plan deadlines follow.
- 📅Federal fiscal year — Oct 1Grant cycles and mitigation notices (BRIC) reset. Position before Q4.
Massachusetts hazard season FAQ
When is winter storm season in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, winter storm season typically runs December–March. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.
When is hurricane season in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, hurricane season typically runs August–October. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.
When is severe storm season in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, severe storm season typically runs March–June. Federal recovery funding windows (FEMA Public Assistance, Hazard Mitigation, and HUD CDBG-DR where appropriated) open after a declaration and close quickly — preparation before the season matters.