[Updated] List of Cyclones that hit India from 2019 to 2024

Since 2019, India has experienced 27 cyclones, 23 of which caused minimal impact. Four of these were classified as severe, causing significant damage to infrastructure and livelihoods in affected areas.

These cyclones bring heavy rainfall, strong winds and storm surges, posing a threat to coastal communities and requiring preparedness measures.

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The strongest cyclone to hit India in the past 12 months was Harmon. It made landfall near Seja at 11:30 pm local time on October 24, 2023, with wind speeds of up to 137 kilometers per hour and a diameter of 44 kilometers.

It is classified as a Category 1 cyclone according to the internationally recognized Saffir-Simpson scale. Wind speeds on the high seas can reach up to 148 km/h.

Let’s take a closer look at the cyclones that have affected India in recent years and the actions taken to reduce their impact.

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List of cyclones to hit India from 2019 to 2024

India’s cyclone season is closely linked to the summer monsoon, with the strongest storms typically forming during the pre-monsoon period (May-June) and post-monsoon period (October-November).

Below is the list of destructive cyclones that hit India in 2019 till date. Some of the most famous cyclones include:

Cyclone name	Dates	peak intensity	Affected areas	Damage (USD)	death toll
Cyclone Pabuk	January 4 to January 8, 2019	tropical storm	andaman sea	smallest	without any
Cyclone Fani	April 26 to May 4, 2019	Extremely severe (175 km/h)	west bengal orissa	$8.1 billion	89
Cyclone Vayu	June 10 to June 17, 2019	Very severe (135 km/h)	gujarat	ease	without any
Cyclone Shikar	August 6 to August 9, 2019	Very severe (120 km/h)	Oman (least impact on India)	smallest	without any
Cyclone Kyle	October 24 to November 2, 2019	Super cyclone (220 km/h)	Arabian Sea (no direct impact on India)	smallest	without any
Cyclone Maha	October 30 to November 7, 2019	Extremely severe (150 km/h)	Arabian Sea (no direct impact on India)	smallest	without any
Cyclone Bulbul	November 5-11, 2019	Very severe (110 km/h)	Orissa	ease	without any
Cyclone Pawan	December 2 to December 7, 2019	tropical storm	arabian sea	smallest	without any
Cyclone Amphan	May 16 to May 21, 2020	Extremely severe (260 km/h)	west bengal	$13 billion	128
Cyclone Tokotai	May 17 to May 26, 2021	Extremely severe (210 km/h)	gujarat	$8.1 billion	170
Cyclone Yas	May 23 to May 26, 2021	Very severe (130 km/h)	Orissa	$610 million	without any
Cyclone Jawad	December 2 to December 6, 2021	Very severe (120 km/h)	Andhra Pradesh, Orissa	smallest	without any
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Cyclone Mandus	December 9 to December 12, 2022	Very severe (120 km/h)	tamil nadu	ease	without any
cyclone sitlang	October 22 to October 25, 2022	tropical storm	Assam, Orissa, West Bengal	smallest	without any
Cyclone Bipatjoy	June 6 to June 15, 2023	Extremely severe (195 km/h)	gujarat	US$700 million	without any
Cyclone Remar	May 24 to May 28, 2024	Severe (110 km/h)	Orissa	$600 million	without any
Cyclone Asner	August 25 to September 3, 2024	tropical storm	madhya pradesh	US$30 million	without any
Cyclone Dana	October 24 to October 25, 2024	Expected to be serious	west bengal orissa	To be determined	To be determined

Source: Worlddata.info

Cyclone Dana is currently intensifying over the Bay of Bengal and is expected to make landfall on the Odisha-West Bengal coast between Puri and Sagar islands during the night of October 24 and early morning of October 25. Here are the major updates:

Current status: As of October 22, Cyclone Dana has developed from a low pressure area to a low pressure area. It is expected to become a severe cyclonic storm by October 23, with wind speeds reaching 100-120 kilometers/hour.

Government preparedness: The Odisha government has announced plans for 100% evacuation from vulnerable areas and established over 800 cyclone shelters equipped with essential supplies. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has deployed teams in Odisha and West Bengal to assist in emergency response efforts.

Weather warning: Red alert has been issued for several coastal districts of Odisha, including Mayurbhanj, Balasore and Bhadrak, with heavy to very heavy rainfall expected from October 23. Rainfall amounts of up to 20-30 cm are possible in some areas.

Impact on daily life: Schools in 14 districts of Odisha will remain closed from October 23 to 25 as a precautionary measure. Fishermen are advised not to venture into the sea during this period.

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