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| 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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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.