Taipei: The Central Weather Administration (CWA) announced on Friday that Taiwan is anticipated to be impacted by three to five tropical storms and typhoons in the latter half of 2025. This follows a notably tranquil first half of the year.

According to Focus Taiwan, the forecast aligns closely with historical averages. The CWA shared this information during a news conference in Taipei, where they discussed projected typhoon activity for the upcoming months. Historically, an average of 26.09 tropical storms or typhoons have formed annually in the Western North Pacific and South China Sea region between 1958 and 2024, with the majority developing in July, August, and September.

Chen Yi-liang, director of the CWA’s weather forecasting center, provided additional insight. He explained that during the peak storm months, two primary storm tracks are observed: one that passes between Taiwan and the Philippines, and another that turns northward over the waters east of Taiwan. The direct impact on the island will depend on the storms’ proximity to Taiwan.

The CWA’s projection follows a first half of the year that saw only two storms, which is below the historical average of 4.3. However, Chen noted that this does not constitute an extreme anomaly, as there have been six instances in the same period with fewer than two storms-three years with only one storm and three with none.

In an effort to mitigate potential storm impacts, the weather agency plans to implement wind forecasts specifically for coastal towns. Such data will assist local governments in determining whether to suspend work and school in anticipation of severe weather conditions.