| 1976 Pacific hurricane season | |
|---|---|
 Season summary map | |
| Seasonal boundaries | |
| First system formed | June 2, 1976 |
| Last system dissipated | October 29, 1976 |
| Strongest storm | |
| By maximum sustained winds | Madeline |
| • Maximum winds | 145 mph (230 km/h) (1-minute sustained) |
| • Lowest pressure | 940 mbar (hPa; 27.76 inHg) |
| By central pressure | Annette |
| • Maximum winds | 140 mph (220 km/h) (1-minute sustained) |
| • Lowest pressure | 925 mbar (hPa; 27.32 inHg) |
| Seasonal statistics | |
| Total depressions | 19 |
| Total storms | 15 |
| Hurricanes | 9 |
| Major hurricanes (Cat. 3+) | 5 |
| Total fatalities | 614-964 total |
| Total damage | $360 million (1976 USD) |
| Related articles | |
The 1976 Pacific hurricane season was a very deadly and costly season. Hurricanes Kathleen, Liza, and Madeline were the most notable storms this year. Hurricane Kathleen caused death and destruction in California and Arizona due to flooding. Hurricane Liza was the deadliest storm of the season when it killed over 600 people in Mexico. Hurricane Madeline is notable for being one of the most intense Pacific hurricanes at landfall.