1972–73 South Pacific cyclone season

The 1972–73 South Pacific cyclone season ran year-round from July 1 to June 30. Tropical cyclone activity in the Southern Hemisphere reaches its peak from mid-February to early March.

1972–73 South Pacific cyclone season
Season summary map
Seasonal boundaries
First system formedOctober 19, 1972
Last system dissipatedApril 6, 1973
Strongest storm
NameBebe
  Maximum winds155 km/h (100 mph)
(10-minute sustained)
  Lowest pressure945 hPa (mbar)
Seasonal statistics
Total disturbances8
Tropical cyclones8
Severe tropical cyclones2
Total fatalities24
Total damage$20 million ( USD)
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