Current Status
According to information released by the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) at 09:45 JST on October 23, 2026, large Typhoon No. 30 (CHAMPI) was located approximately 200 km south of Ishigaki Island (22.6°N, 123.8°E) as of 09:00 JST on October 23, moving north-northwest at 8 knots. The central atmospheric pressure is 955 hPa, with maximum sustained winds near the center of 80 knots and maximum gusts of 115 knots.
Track Forecast and Outlook
The typhoon is forecast to gradually weaken as it tracks west of Iriomote Island through the night of October 23. It is then expected to turn eastward over the East China Sea, weakening further before transitioning into an extratropical cyclone.
With a storm-force wind radius extending approximately 320 km, most of Taiwan is expected to fall within the storm's area of influence. While direct landfall on the main island of Taiwan is unlikely, severe caution is urged across Taiwan and the Sakishima Islands for heavy rain, gale-to-storm-force winds, high waves, and storm surges.
Forecast for Taoyuan International Airport (RCTP/TPE)
Winds are expected to strengthen to 30 knots or more starting around 11:00 UTC on October 23, with northwesterly winds (wind direction 300°–350°) exceeding 35 knots after 14:00 UTC. Caution is advised for strong crosswinds affecting the runways. Winds are then forecast to ease below 30 knots after 21:00 UTC, and drop below 20 knots after 06:00 UTC on October 24, with operational impacts gradually diminishing. In addition, moderate rain is expected throughout the day today.
Forecast for Taipei Songshan Airport (RCSS/TSA)
Wind speeds are expected to hover around 20 knots throughout the day today, dropping below 20 knots across the board after 01:00 UTC on October 24. Moderate rain is also expected throughout the day.
Forecast for Taichung International Airport (RCMQ/RMQ)
Sustained northerly winds are expected to average 40 knots or higher until around 10:00 UTC on October 23. Winds are then forecast to decrease below 30 knots after 15:00 UTC and drop below 20 knots after 20:00 UTC, gradually diminishing in strength. Additionally, moderate rain is expected from this evening onward.
Looking Ahead
Typhoon track, intensity, and wind speed forecasts at the time of closest approach may change. Please continue to monitor the latest typhoon information, airport forecasts, and operational updates.
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