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1969 Pacific typhoon season
Season summary map
Seasonal boundaries
First system formed	January 16, 1969
Last system dissipated	December 30, 1969
Strongest storm
Name	Elsie
• Maximum winds	280 km/h (175 mph) (1-minute sustained)
• Lowest pressure	895 hPa (mbar)
Seasonal statistics
Total depressions	61
Total storms	19
Typhoons	13
Super typhoons	2 (unofficial)
Total fatalities	1,177
Total damage	Unknown
Related articles
1969 Atlantic hurricane season 1969 Pacific hurricane season 1969 North Indian Ocean cyclone season
Pacific typhoon seasons 1967, 1968, 1969, 1970, 1971

The 1969 Pacific typhoon season was the fourth least-active season on record. The season had no official bounds; it ran year-round in 1969, but most tropical cyclones tend to form in the northwestern Pacific Ocean between June and December. These dates conventionally delimit the period of each year when most tropical cyclones form in the northwestern Pacific Ocean.

The scope of this article is limited to the Pacific Ocean, north of the equator and west of the International Date Line. Storms that form east of the date line and north of the equator are called hurricanes; see 1969 Pacific hurricane season. Tropical Storms formed in the entire west pacific basin were assigned a name by the Joint Typhoon Warning Center. Tropical depressions in this basin have the "W" suffix added to their number. Tropical depressions that enter or form in the Philippine area of responsibility are assigned a name by the Philippine Weather Bureau (the predecessor of the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration or PAGASA, which was formed three years later, in 1972). This can often result in the same storm having two names.

Systems

34 tropical depressions formed this year in the Western Pacific, of which 23 became tropical storms. 13 storms reached typhoon intensity, of which 2 reached super typhoon strength.

Typhoon Phyllis

Typhoon (JMA)
Category 2-equivalent typhoon (SSHWS)
Duration	January 16 – January 24
Peak intensity	155 km/h (100 mph) (1-min); 965 hPa (mbar)

Typhoon Phyllis was a weak tropical cyclone that formed in January 1969. It was the first storm of the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. Despite its minimal impact, it serves as a reminder of the early start to the typhoon season and the potential for tropical cyclones to develop even in off-peak months.

Tropical Storm Rita

Tropical storm (JMA)
Tropical storm (SSHWS)
Duration	March 6 – March 9
Peak intensity	75 km/h (45 mph) (1-min); 995 hPa (mbar)

Tropical Storm Rita was a relatively weak tropical cyclone that formed in the western Pacific Ocean in 1969. While it didn't cause significant damage or loss of life, it contributed to the overall weather patterns of the region during that year.

Typhoon Susan (Atring)

Typhoon (JMA)
Category 3-equivalent typhoon (SSHWS)
Duration	April 15 – April 26
Peak intensity	195 km/h (120 mph) (1-min); 940 hPa (mbar)

Typhoon Susan (Atring) was a Category 3 typhoon that formed in April 1969. It affected the Caroline Islands and the Philippines. While it caused significant damage to the areas it passed through, specific details about the extent of damage and casualties are limited.

Tropical Depression Bining

Tropical depression (PAGASA)
Duration	May 3 – May 5
Peak intensity	55 km/h (35 mph) (10-min);

Tropical Depression Bining was a short-lived early-season disturbance that was only monitored by PAGASA. It formed on April 12, 1969, and dissipated on April 13, 1969. There is no information available about its track or intensity.

Typhoon Tess (Kuring)

Typhoon (JMA)
Category 1-equivalent typhoon (SSHWS)
Duration	July 6 – July 12
Peak intensity	130 km/h (80 mph) (1-min); 970 hPa (mbar)

Typhoon Tess, also known as Kuring, was a powerful typhoon that made landfall in the Philippines in 1969. It brought heavy rainfall, strong winds, and storm surges, causing widespread destruction and loss of life, particularly in the northern and central regions of Luzon. The typhoon's impact included significant damage to infrastructure, agriculture, and housing, as well as disruptions to transportation and communication systems.

Typhoon Viola (Elang)

Typhoon (JMA)
Category 4 super typhoon (SSHWS)
Duration	July 20 – July 30
Peak intensity	240 km/h (150 mph) (1-min); 896 hPa (mbar)

Large Super Typhoon Viola, which formed on July 22 east of the Philippines, brushed northern Luzon with winds of 150 mph on the 26th. It continued to the northwest, and weakened due to lack of inflow. Viola hit southeastern China as a minimal typhoon on the 28th, and dissipated the next day. The typhoon caused more than 1000 deaths in and around Shantou, Guangdong, China, where it made the landfall.

Tropical Depression Daling

Tropical depression (JMA)
Duration	July 21 – July 25
Peak intensity	55 km/h (35 mph) (10-min); 1000 hPa (mbar)

Tropical Depression Daling was a weak tropical cyclone that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It was monitored by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). While it did not cause significant damage or loss of life, it was part of the annual typhoon season in the region, which can bring severe weather conditions to the Philippines and other Southeast Asian countries.

Severe Tropical Storm Winnie (Goring)

Severe tropical storm (JMA)
Tropical storm (SSHWS)
Duration	July 26 – August 2
Peak intensity	95 km/h (60 mph) (1-min); 988 hPa (mbar)

Severe Tropical Storm Winnie, also known as Goring, was a significant tropical cyclone that impacted the Philippines in 1969. It brought heavy rainfall and strong winds to the northern part of the country, causing widespread damage and disruption. While specific details about the extent of its impact may be limited due to the age of the storm, it is remembered as a notable weather event in the region's history.

Severe Tropical Storm Alice

Severe tropical storm (JMA)
Tropical storm (SSHWS)
Duration	August 1 – August 5
Peak intensity	85 km/h (50 mph) (1-min); 985 hPa (mbar)

Severe Tropical Storm Alice was a tropical cyclone that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It brought strong winds and heavy rainfall to parts of Japan, causing damage and disruption. While specific details about the extent of its impact may be limited due to the age of the storm, it is recognized as a significant weather event in the region's history.

Typhoon Betty (Huling)

Typhoon (JMA)
Category 1-equivalent typhoon (SSHWS)
Duration	August 4 – August 10
Peak intensity	130 km/h (80 mph) (1-min); 960 hPa (mbar)

Typhoon Betty, also known as Huling, was a powerful typhoon that affected the Philippines in 1969. It brought heavy rainfall and strong winds to the country, causing significant damage and loss of life. The storm's impact was particularly severe in certain regions, leading to widespread destruction of infrastructure and displacement of communities. Betty is remembered as one of the most destructive typhoons to hit the Philippines in recent history.

Typhoon Cora (Ibiang)

Typhoon (JMA)
Category 2-equivalent typhoon (SSHWS)
Duration	August 12 – August 23
Peak intensity	155 km/h (100 mph) (1-min); 935 hPa (mbar)

Typhoon Cora, also known as Ibiang, was a moderately strong typhoon that significantly impacted Japan and the Caroline Islands in 1969. It formed in August and intensified into a Category 2 typhoon before making landfall in the Ryukyu Islands. The typhoon brought heavy rainfall and strong winds to the region, causing damage to infrastructure and displacing numerous people. While the specific details of the impact may vary across different locations, Cora is remembered as a notable weather event in the region's history.

Typhoon Doris

Typhoon (JMA)
Category 1-equivalent typhoon (SSHWS)
Duration	August 29 – September 3
Peak intensity	120 km/h (75 mph) (1-min); 975 hPa (mbar)

Typhoon Doris was a tropical cyclone that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It brought strong winds and heavy rainfall to certain countries. While specific details about the extent of its impact may be limited due to the age of the storm, it is recognized as a significant weather event in the region's history.

Tropical Depression 12W

Tropical depression (JMA)
Tropical depression (SSHWS)
Duration	September 4 – September 10
Peak intensity	55 km/h (35 mph) (10-min); 998 hPa (mbar)

Tropical Depression 12W was a weak tropical cyclone that formed in the South China Sea in September 1969. It remained a poorly organized system throughout its life cycle, reaching a maximum sustained wind speed of 30 knots. The depression made landfall in Vietnam, causing minimal impact due to its weak intensity and short lifespan.

Tropical Depression Luming

Tropical depression (JMA)
Duration	September 3 – September 8
Peak intensity	55 km/h (35 mph) (10-min); 1004 hPa (mbar)

Tropical Depression Luming was a weak tropical cyclone that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It was monitored by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). While it did not cause significant damage or loss of life, it was part of the annual typhoon season in the region, which can bring severe weather conditions to the Philippines and other Southeast Asian countries.

Tropical Depression 11W

Tropical depression (CMA)
Tropical storm (SSHWS)
Duration	September 8 – September 15
Peak intensity	55 km/h (35 mph) (10-min); 992 hPa (mbar)

Tropical Depression 11W was a weak tropical cyclone that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It did not significantly impact any land areas and dissipated quickly after formation.

Tropical Depression 13W (Miling)

Tropical depression (JMA)
Tropical storm (SSHWS)
Duration	September 9 – September 14
Peak intensity	55 km/h (35 mph) (10-min); 996 hPa (mbar)

Tropical Depression 13W, also known as Miling, was a weak tropical cyclone that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It was monitored by the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA). While it did not cause significant damage or loss of life, it was part of the annual typhoon season in the region, which can bring severe weather conditions to the Philippines and other Southeast Asian countries.

Typhoon Elsie (Narsing)

Typhoon (JMA)
Category 5-equivalent super typhoon (SSHWS)
Duration	September 16 – September 28
Peak intensity	280 km/h (175 mph) (1-min); 895 hPa (mbar)

On September 19, Tropical Depression 14W formed over the open Western Pacific. It tracked almost due westward, becoming a tropical storm on the 20th and a typhoon on the 21st. Elsie continued to intensify, and reached a peak of 175 mph winds on the 24th. After peaking, the typhoon steadily weakened as it moved westward. On the 26th 105 mph Typhoon Elsie hit northern Taiwan, and a day later hit eastern China. After drifting northward, Elsie dissipated over China on September 28. The typhoon killed 102 people, with 24 missing and 227 injured from the system.

Typhoon Flossie (Openg)

Typhoon (JMA)
Tropical storm (SSHWS)
Duration	September 27 – October 9
Peak intensity	110 km/h (70 mph) (1-min); 960 hPa (mbar)

Just days after Elsie hit Taiwan, Tropical Storm Flossie approached Taiwan. From October 1 to the 5th, it drifted northward offshore of the island. It accelerated to the northeast, and became extratropical on the 10th east of Japan. Flossie's heavy rains left 75 people dead.

Typhoon Grace

Typhoon (JMA)
Category 2-equivalent typhoon (SSHWS)
Duration	September 28 – October 8
Peak intensity	175 km/h (110 mph) (1-min); 940 hPa (mbar)

Typhoon Grace was a Category 2 typhoon that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It remained over the open ocean and did not make landfall, thus causing no direct impact on any land areas. While it was a significant storm in terms of intensity, its remote track limited its influence on human populations.

Tropical Depression 17W

Tropical depression (JMA)
Tropical depression (SSHWS)
Duration	September 30 – October 1
Peak intensity	55 km/h (35 mph) (10-min); 1002 hPa (mbar)

Tropical Depression 17W was a weak tropical cyclone that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It did not significantly impact any land areas and dissipated quickly after formation.

Typhoon Helen

Typhoon (JMA)
Category 3-equivalent typhoon (SSHWS)
Duration	October 5 – October 13
Peak intensity	195 km/h (120 mph) (1-min); 930 hPa (mbar)

Typhoon Helen was a significant tropical cyclone that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It intensified rapidly into a powerful Category 2 typhoon, bringing strong winds and heavy rainfall to the region. While the exact details of its impact may be limited due to the age of the storm, it is recognized as a notable weather event in the region's history.

Typhoon Ida

Typhoon (JMA)
Category 4-equivalent typhoon (SSHWS)
Duration	October 14 – October 24
Peak intensity	215 km/h (130 mph) (1-min); 915 hPa (mbar)

Typhoon Ida was a powerful Category 4 typhoon that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It brought destructive winds and heavy rainfall to the regions it affected, causing significant damage and loss of life. The exact details of its impact may vary depending on the specific location, but it is remembered as one of the more intense typhoons of that year.

Typhoon June (Pining)

Typhoon (JMA)
Category 3-equivalent typhoon (SSHWS)
Duration	October 26 – November 5
Peak intensity	195 km/h (120 mph) (1-min); 940 hPa (mbar)

Typhoon June, also known as Pining, was a significant tropical cyclone that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It brought strong winds and heavy rainfall to the regions it affected, causing significant damage and loss of life. The typhoon's exact track and intensity details may be limited due to the age of the storm, but it is remembered as a notable weather event in the region's history.

Typhoon Kathy (Rubing)

Typhoon (JMA)
Category 3-equivalent typhoon (SSHWS)
Duration	November 2 – November 9
Peak intensity	205 km/h (125 mph) (1-min); 925 hPa (mbar)

Typhoon Kathy, also known as Rubing, was a significant tropical cyclone that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It brought strong winds and heavy rainfall to the regions it affected, causing significant damage and loss of life. The typhoon's exact track and intensity details may be limited due to the age of the storm, but it is remembered as a notable weather event in the region's history.

Severe Tropical Storm Lorna (Saling)

Severe tropical storm (JMA)
Tropical storm (SSHWS)
Duration	November 23 – November 30
Peak intensity	95 km/h (60 mph) (1-min); 985 hPa (mbar)

Severe Tropical Storm Lorna, also known as Saling, was a significant tropical cyclone that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It brought strong winds and heavy rainfall to the regions it affected, causing significant damage and loss of life. The typhoon's exact track and intensity details may be limited due to the age of the storm, but it is remembered as a notable weather event in the region's history.

Tropical Storm Marie

Tropical storm (JMA)
Tropical storm (SSHWS)
Duration	December 18 – December 21
Peak intensity	95 km/h (60 mph) (1-min); 995 hPa (mbar)

Tropical Storm Marie was a tropical cyclone that formed in the Western Pacific Ocean during the 1969 Pacific typhoon season. It brought strong winds and heavy rainfall to the regions it affected, causing significant damage and loss of life. The typhoon's exact track and intensity details may be limited due to the age of the storm, but it is remembered as a notable weather event in the region's history.

Storm names

International

Western North Pacific tropical cyclones were named by the Joint Typhoon Warning Center. The first storm of 1969 was named Phyllis and the final one was named Marie.

Philippines

The Philippine Weather Bureau uses its own naming scheme for tropical cyclones in their area of responsibility. PWB assigns names to tropical depressions that form within their area of responsibility and any tropical cyclone that might move into their area of responsibility. Should the list of names for a given year prove to be insufficient, names are taken from an auxiliary list, the first 6 of which are published each year before the season starts. Names not retired from this list will be used again in the 1973 season. This is the same list used for the 1965 season. PWB uses its own naming scheme that starts in the Filipino alphabet, with names of Filipino female names ending with "ng" (A, B, K, D, etc.). Names that were not assigned/going to use are marked in gray.

Season effects

This table will list all the storms that developed in the northwestern Pacific Ocean west of the International Date Line and north of the equator during 1969. It will include their intensity, duration, name, areas affected, deaths, missing persons (in parentheses), and damage totals. Classification and intensity values will be based on estimations conducted by the JMA, however due to lack of information around this time sustained winds were recorded by the JTWC. All damage figures will be in 1969 USD. Damages and deaths from a storm will include when the storm was a precursor wave or an extratropical low.

See also

• List of Pacific typhoon seasons
• 1969 Pacific hurricane season
• 1969 Atlantic hurricane season
• 1969 North Indian Ocean cyclone season
• Australian cyclone seasons: 1968–69, 1969–70
• South Pacific cyclone seasons: 1968–69, 1969–70
• South-West Indian Ocean cyclone seasons: 1968–69, 1969–70

References

1. Hirotaka Kamahori (March 2012). The Inactive Typhoon Season of 2010 (PDF) (Report). Japan Meteorological Agency. Retrieved 2012-04-20.

External links

• Japan Meteorological Agency
• Joint Typhoon Warning Center Archived 2010-03-01 at the Wayback Machine.
• China Meteorological Agency
• National Weather Service Guam
• Hong Kong Observatory
• Macau Meteorological Geophysical Services
• Korea Meteorological Agency
• Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration
• Taiwan Central Weather Bureau
• Digital Typhoon - Typhoon Images and Information
• Typhoon2000 Philippine typhoon website

• 1969 Pacific typhoon season