Longest-lasting tropical cyclone
The current longest-lasting tropical cyclone record is 36 days, held by Tropical Cyclone Freddy, set on February 4, 2023. Last checked October 9, 2026.
36
days
Tropical Cyclone Freddy
- Holder
- Tropical Cyclone Freddy
- Record
- 36 days
- Exact figure
- 36 days (Feb 4 to Mar 14, 2023)
- Location
- South Indian Ocean
- Date set
- February 4, 2023
- Recognized by
- World Meteorological Organization
- Last checked
- October 9, 2026
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