China Typhoon Tracker
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
RainViewer shows storm tracks on one map for the east and south coast of China.
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
Current typhoons near China
China has a long coast on the East China Sea, the Taiwan Strait, and the South China Sea. Guangdong, Fujian, Zhejiang, and Hainan are among the coastal provinces. This list names each active tropical storm or typhoon near China, with its category and status, and each storm links to its own tracker page.
No active tropical storm or typhoon is listed near China.
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How RainViewer shows storms
The China Meteorological Administration publishes the official weather warnings and storm information for China. The Storm Tracks layer on the RainViewer map shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks. RainViewer does not replace official warnings.
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When is typhoon season in China?
Typhoon activity in China is strongest from July to October, when most typhoons in the northwest Pacific form and make landfall. The Japan Meteorological Agency names each typhoon in the basin.
A typhoon starts as a cluster of thunderstorms over warm ocean water. Warm, moist air rises from the sea surface. The air pressure near the surface drops, and more air flows in. The rotation of the Earth makes this air spin, counterclockwise in the Northern Hemisphere. Weak winds high in the atmosphere let the system organize. A system with a closed circulation is called a tropical depression. It becomes a tropical storm when its winds strengthen, and the Japan Meteorological Agency gives it a name. It becomes a typhoon when its winds reach typhoon strength.
Sea temperatures around China are highest in late summer. This is the time of the most storm activity. Typhoons often form over the warm water of the Philippine Sea and the South China Sea. Typhoons reach the Chinese coast from the Pacific Ocean, and many cross Taiwan or the Philippines first.
Past typhoons in China
Storms that affect China can come from the South China Sea, the East China Sea, or the Pacific Ocean. The Japan Meteorological Agency is the regional warning centre for the northwest Pacific basin. The list below shows past typhoons and tropical storms that affected the east and south coast of China, newest first, while storms near Hong Kong and Taiwan are listed on their own pages.
Storms in nearby regions
Looking for storms near China? See the typhoon trackers for Hong Kong, Taiwan, Vietnam, or open the tracker for all regions.
Typhoon Strength, From Depression To Violent Typhoon
Tropical Depression (under 63 km/h)
Rain bands and gusty wind. No name assigned yet.
Tropical Storm (63–88 km/h)
The storm gets a name. Heavy rain and local flooding.
Severe Tropical Storm (89–117 km/h)
Downed trees and power lines, rough seas along the coast.
Typhoon (118–156 km/h)
Roof damage, widespread power outages, storm surge on exposed coasts.
Very Strong Typhoon (157–193 km/h)
Serious damage to buildings, flooding and landslides inland.
Violent Typhoon (194 km/h or higher)
Destruction of weak structures, long-term loss of power and water.
FAQ
Where can I see current typhoons near China?
The typhoon tracker map on this RainViewer page shows current storm tracks near China, and the list under the map names each active storm near China. When no storm is active, the list says so and links to storms in other regions. Past storms near China are listed further down the page.
When is typhoon season in China, and which months are busiest?
Typhoon activity in China is strongest from July to October, when most typhoons in the northwest Pacific form and make landfall, and the Japan Meteorological Agency names each typhoon. The Japan Meteorological Agency is the regional warning centre for the basin. Typhoons reach the Chinese coast from the Pacific Ocean, and many cross Taiwan or the Philippines first.
Which official source issues typhoon warnings for China?
The China Meteorological Administration publishes the official weather warnings for China, and the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) publishes forecasts and advisories for every active storm in the northwest Pacific basin. RainViewer shows storm tracks on a map and does not replace official warnings. The JMA is the source for official basin forecasts.
What does the forecast cone show on the China map?
The forecast cone on the RainViewer map shows the probable track of the center of a storm during the forecast period. The cone does not show how far wind, rain, or storm surge reach from the center, so areas outside the cone can still have storm effects. The cone is part of the Storm Tracks layer, together with the current position, the past path, and the forecast path.
Where can I see rain radar for China?
RainViewer shows rain radar for China, and the China weather radar page lists radar coverage and links to city radar pages. RainViewer updates radar every 5 minutes. Radar shows rain inside a storm. The Storm Tracks layer shows where the storm is moving.
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