What was the peak intensity of Kevin?

Kevin achieved maximum sustained winds of approximately 248 km/h (134 kt / 154 mph) and a minimum central pressure of approximately 919 hPa.

Did Kevin affect Port Vila?

Historical track data shows Kevin passed within approximately 43 km of Port Vila, indicating the area experienced high-risk weather impacts.

Did Kevin affect Noumea?

Kevin passed approximately 460 km away from Noumea. Historical data indicates minimal direct weather impact on Noumea.

Did Kevin affect Cairns?

Kevin passed approximately 463 km away from Cairns. Historical data indicates minimal direct weather impact on Cairns.

Did Kevin affect Townsville?

Kevin passed approximately 591 km away from Townsville. Historical data indicates minimal direct weather impact on Townsville.

Kevin developed over warm ocean waters under conditions of high atmospheric moisture and low vertical wind shear.

Typhoon Kevin Track Map & Archive

Dissipated

Local time · Active from 27 Feb 2023 22:00 GMT+10 to 07 Mar 2023 19:00 GMT-11

Previous Storm:

Judy

Next Storm:

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Estimated Storm Impact Analysis

Real-time analysis of population and infrastructure exposure within the storm's wind field.

Radius: ~600 km

👥 Estimated Population at Risk

13.84Mpeople

🏥 Hospitals & Medical Centers

252facilities

🏕️ Evacuation Shelters & Centers

769centers

🏫 Schools & Critical Infrastructure

1846buildings

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AI Historical Storm Matches

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Ilsa83% Similarity Score

MAX: 259 m/s

MIN: 920 hPa

⚡ Rapid Intensification Risk:High Risk

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Hale71% Similarity Score

MAX: 86 m/s

MIN: 991 hPa

⚡ Rapid Intensification Risk:High Risk

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Gabrielle71% Similarity Score

MAX: 162 m/s

MIN: 962 hPa

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Basic Information

Peak Category

Tropical Depression

Minimum Pressure

919 hPa

Maximum Wind Speed

248 km/h

Region

South Pacific

Key Events

Formation

27 Feb 2023 22:00 GMT+10

14.5°S, 149.3°E

Dissipation

07 Mar 2023 19:00 GMT-11

39.7°S, 196.7°E

Frequently Asked Questions about Kevin

No, Kevin is no longer active. It dissipated or transitioned into an extratropical cyclone on 2023-03-08T06:00:00.000Z.

Kevin formed on 2023-02-27T12:00:00.000Z and dissipated on 2023-03-08T06:00:00.000Z, reaching a peak intensity of Tropical Depression.

Key Meteorological Milestones

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Genesis & Initial Classification

Tropical Depression

📅 27 Feb 2023 12:00 (27 Feb 2023 22:00 GMT+10)🌐 14.5°S, 149.3°E🏛️ Official

Wind Speed43 km/h (23 kt)

Pressure1004 hPa

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Named Storm Upgrade (TS)

Tropical Storm

📅 01 Mar 2023 15:00 (02 Mar 2023 02:00 GMT+11)🌐 13.5°S, 161.9°E🏛️ Official

Wind Speed65 km/h (35 kt)

Pressure991 hPa

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Peak Lifetime Intensity (LMI)

Category 4

📅 04 Mar 2023 06:00 (04 Mar 2023 18:00 GMT+12)🌐 22.1°S, 173.2°E🏛️ Official

Wind Speed230 km/h (124 kt)

Pressure913 hPa

📉 Pressure Drop-91 hPa

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Final Advisory / Dissipation

Tropical Depression

📅 08 Mar 2023 06:00 (08 Mar 2023 06:00 UTC)🌐 39.7°S, 196.7°E🏛️ Official

Wind Speed-

Pressure968 hPa

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