2024/09/28 10:36 Weather News
▼ Typhoon No. 18 September 28 (Saturday) 9 AM
Center Position East of the Philippines
Size Class //
Intensity Class //
Movement Southwest 15 km/h
Central Pressure 1000 hPa
Maximum Wind Speed 18 m/s (near the center)
Maximum Gust Speed 25 m/s
Strong Wind Area Radius 390 km
» Latest Typhoon Information
Approaching the Okinawa Sakishima Islands with Strong Force; Expected to Move North in the East China Sea
Afterwards, it is predicted to weaken slightly as it approaches Taiwan, but it is expected to approach the Okinawa Sakishima Islands with strong force around October 2 (Thursday). There is a risk of severe weather with strong winds and heavy rain in Okinawa. Please prepare for the typhoon early.
After October 3 (Thursday), it is expected to move north in the East China Sea, but the path and intensity are still difficult to predict with certainty. There is a possibility it may move toward the Sea of Japan via the westerly winds, which could significantly affect regions like Kyushu and Honshu. Please stay updated with the latest information.
» Radar Wind Mode (Wind Flow)
Probability of Entering the Typhoon’s Strong Wind Area
The following are the prefectural forecast areas with a probability of 3% or more of entering the typhoon’s strong wind area within 5 days (Japan Meteorological Agency).
Okinawa Main Island Area
Northern and Central-Southern Main Island 5 %
Kerama and Aguni Islands 8 %
Kumejima 11 %
Miyako Islands 32 %
Yaeyama Islands
Ishigaki Island Area 45 %
Yonaguni Island Area 47 %
Typhoon No. 17: Possible Impact on Kanto Depending on Its Path
After that, it is expected to change its path slightly eastward and continue moving north, passing over the sea east of Kanto around October 1 (Tuesday) with a strong wind area.
Typhoon No. 17 is relatively small, so its impact area is narrow. If it passes near the center of the forecast circle, the impacts will be limited to high waves along the coast and temporary increases in wind strength. However, if it moves closer to land, some rain clouds may affect the Izu Islands and parts of Kanto.
Due to the slight variations in path, the impacts can change significantly, so please pay attention to future updates.
Be Cautious of Autumn Typhoons
Average Annual Typhoon Count
Autumn typhoons not only frequently make landfall in Japan but are also characterized by stronger intensity upon approach. The real typhoon season continues into October, so please prepare typhoon and heavy rain countermeasures in advance.
» Radar Satellite Cloud Image Mode
Typhoon Names
The name of Typhoon No. 18 “Krathon” was proposed by Thailand and is derived from the name of a fruit (in English, Santol).
The name of Typhoon No. 17 “Jebi” was proposed by South Korea and is derived from the Korean word for swallow (the bird).
» Radar Typhoon Mode