where do they form

Question 1

what degrees must it aleast be for a cyclone to form

Answer 1

26.5

Question 2

what winds are required

Answer 2

Converging winds near the ocean surface forcing air to rise and form storm clouds.

Question 3

DO they have to be far or close to the equator?

Answer 3

Sufficient distance from the equator for a spin such as the Coriolis force to take effect.