1966 Pacific hurricane season
The 1966 Pacific hurricane season started on May 15, 1966, and ended November 30, 1966. The season was of little note. Hurricane Blanca traveled 4,300 miles, setting a new record. During September and October of the year, Hurricane Helga and Tropical Storms Kirsten, Lorraine, and Maggie hitting Mexico. Kirsten caused 8 deaths and US$5.6 million (equivalent to $52.59 million in 2023) in damages in Mexico.
| 1966 Pacific hurricane season | |
|---|---|
Season summary map | |
| Seasonal boundaries | |
| First system formed | June 12, 1966 |
| Last system dissipated | October 19, 1966 |
| Strongest storm | |
| Name | Connie and Dolores |
| • Maximum winds | 85 mph (140 km/h) (1-minute sustained) |
| • Lowest pressure | 981 mbar (hPa; 28.97 inHg) |
| Seasonal statistics | |
| Total depressions | 18 |
| Total storms | 13 |
| Hurricanes | 8 |
| Major hurricanes (Cat. 3+) | 0 |
| Total fatalities | 9+ |
| Total damage | $5.6 million (1966 USD) |
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