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1993 remains the most active year on record, with 32 tropical cyclones entering the Philippine Area of Responsibility and 19 of them making landfall or crossing the country.
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Costliest Typhoon
The costliest typhoon in Philippine history is Haiyan (Yolanda), with total damages estimated at roughly PHP 95.48 billion.
Deadliest Typhoon
The deadliest typhoon in Philippine recorded history is Haiyan (Yolanda), which killed more than 6,300 people as it crossed the Visayas in November 2013.
Earliest Typhoon
The earliest typhoon of a given year refers to the first named tropical cyclone to affect the Philippines, occasionally forming as early as January in years with active early-season conditions.
Latest Typhoon
The latest typhoon of a given year refers to the final named tropical cyclone to affect the Philippines, sometimes forming as late as December during an extended season.
Peak Typhoon Season
Peak typhoon season in the Philippines runs roughly from July through October, when the majority of the country's annual tropical cyclones typically form or make landfall.
Strongest Typhoon
The strongest typhoon to make landfall in the Philippines, and worldwide, on record is Goni (Rolly), which struck Catanduanes in November 2020 with 1-minute sustained winds of 315 km/h.
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