The name Mitag (Yapese: Mitaeg, [mitaÃÂã]) has been used for five tropical cyclones in the western North Pacific Ocean. The name was contributed by the Federated States of Micronesia and is a feminine given name meaning "my eyes" in Yapese.
- Typhoon Mitag (2002) (T0202, 02W, Basyang) - A powerful Category 5 storm in March 2002, but did not affect land.
- Typhoon Mitag (2007) (T0723, 24W, Mina) â A relatively strong storm that struck the coast of Luzon.
- Tropical Storm Mitag (2014) (T1406, Ester) â Recognised as a subtropical storm by the Joint Typhoon Warning Center
- Typhoon Mitag (2019) (T1918, 19W, Onyok) â A moderately strong typhoon that struck South Korea.
- Severe Tropical Storm Mitag (2025) (T2517, 23W, Mirasol) â struck Northern Luzon and Southern China.
The name Mitag was retired following the 2025 Pacific typhoon season and a replacement name will be given at the 59th WMO/Typhoon Committee Annual Session in spring 2027.
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