Temperature is essential for understanding how fast hurricanes can intensify or de-intensify. Learn how scientists use a quantity called ocean heat content--an integrated value of the temperature going from the surface down to however deep the 78 degree temperatures are. According to meteorologists, 78 degrees is the temperature that developing hurricanes need in order to strengthen and grow into larger, more severe storms. To learn more about this 78-degree threshold and how Jason-3 will enhanc