--- title: "Typhoon Tracker Taiwan" description: "Typhoon tracker for Taiwan with a live storm map. See current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks." url: "https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/taiwan.html" language: "en-GB" --- # Typhoon Tracker Taiwan 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 Taiwan and the waters around it. ## Current typhoons near Taiwan Taiwan is an island between the Pacific Ocean and the Taiwan Strait, with the Central Mountain Range in the middle. The mountains in the centre affect where rain falls on each side of the island. This list names each active tropical storm or typhoon near Taiwan, with its category and status, and each storm links to its own tracker page. No active tropical storm or typhoon is listed near Taiwan. Last updated: 00:32 UTC, 13 Nov 2026 [See storms in other regions →](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/) ## How RainViewer shows storms The Central Weather Administration publishes the official weather warnings and storm information for Taiwan. 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. - See the full storm path Tap any point on the path to see wind speed, category and direction at that point. - Read the category in one place Open any storm to see its category and intensity. - Get a notification when a storm approaches RainViewer sends a Tropical Storm Alert when a storm approaches your area. ## When is typhoon season in Taiwan? Typhoon activity in Taiwan is strongest from July to October, when most typhoons in the north-west 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, anticlockwise in the Northern Hemisphere. Weak winds high in the atmosphere let the system organise. 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 Taiwan are highest in late summer. This is the time of the most storm activity. Typhoons often form over the warm water east of the Philippines and move toward Taiwan. Typhoons usually reach Taiwan from the east or south-east, across the Pacific Ocean. ## Past typhoons in Taiwan Storms that affect Taiwan can come from the Pacific Ocean or the Taiwan Strait. The Japan Meteorological Agency is the regional warning centre for the north-west Pacific basin. The list below shows past typhoons and tropical storms that affected Taiwan and the waters around it, newest first, while storms near the Philippines and China are listed on their own pages. - CHAMPI Super Typhoon **Peak wind** 296 km/h **Season** 2026 [Track](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/typhoons/champi-2026.html) - SAUDEL Typhoon **Peak wind** 213 km/h **Season** 2026 [Track](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/typhoons/saudel-2026.html) [Archive of all typhoons →](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker-archive/typhoons/) ## Storms in nearby regions Looking for storms near Taiwan? See the typhoon trackers for the Philippines, China, Japan, or open the tracker for all regions. - [Philippines](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/philippines.html) - [China](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/china.html) - [Japan](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/japan.html) [Typhoon tracker for all storms →](https://www.rainviewer.com/uk/storm-tracker/typhoons/) ## 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 cuts, 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 Taiwan? The typhoon tracker map on this RainViewer page shows current storm tracks near Taiwan, and the list under the map names each active storm near Taiwan. When no storm is active, the list says so and links to storms in other regions. Past storms near Taiwan are listed further down the page. ### When is typhoon season in Taiwan, and which months are busiest? Typhoon activity in Taiwan 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 usually reach Taiwan from the east or southeast, across the Pacific Ocean. ### Which official source issues typhoon warnings for Taiwan? The Central Weather Administration publishes the official weather warnings for Taiwan, 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 Taiwan map? The forecast cone on the RainViewer map shows the probable track of the centre of a storm during the forecast period. The cone does not show how far wind, rain, or storm surge reach from the centre, 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 Taiwan? RainViewer shows rain radar for Taiwan, and the [Taiwan weather radar page](https://www.rainviewer.com/radars/taiwan.html) 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.