1972–73 South-West Indian Ocean cyclone season
The 1972–73 South-West Indian Ocean cyclone season was an above-average cyclone season. The season officially ran from November 1, 1972, to April 30, 1973.
| 1972–73 South-West Indian Ocean cyclone season | |
|---|---|
Season summary map | |
| Seasonal boundaries | |
| First system formed | 26 November 1972 |
| Last system dissipated | 3 May 1973 |
| Strongest storm | |
| Name | Lydie |
| • Maximum winds | 220 km/h (140 mph) (10-minute sustained) |
| • Lowest pressure | 910 hPa (mbar) |
| Seasonal statistics | |
| Total disturbances | 13 |
| Total depressions | 12 |
| Total storms | 11 |
| Tropical cyclones | 4 |
| Intense tropical cyclones | 2 |
| Very intense tropical cyclones | 1 |
| Total fatalities | 11 |
| Total damage | Unknown |
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