1975–76 South-West Indian Ocean cyclone season
cyclone season in the South-West Indian ocean
The 1975–76 South-West Indian Ocean cyclone season was a below-average cyclone season. The season officially ran from November 1, 1975, to April 30, 1976.
Systems
Moderate Tropical Storm Audrey
Moderate Tropical Storm Audrey developed on November 17. Audrey struck Madagascar shortly before dissipating on November 29.
Tropical Cyclone Barbara
Severe Tropical Storm Barbara developed on December 3. It made landfall in Madagascar twice before dissipating on December 19.
Very Intense Tropical Cyclone Clotilde
Very Intense Tropical Cyclone Clotilde developed on January 7. It struck Madagascar and continued southeastward in the Indian Ocean before dissipating on January 21.
Very Intense Tropical Cyclone Terry–Danae
Cyclone Danae first affected Agaléga, where the storm destroyed the wind gauge. Winds were estimated at over 240 km/h (150 mph).
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