TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Daniel Wu (吳德榮), an adjunct associate professor of atmospheric sciences at National Central University, on Monday (Aug. 26) advised tourists heading to Japan to stay alert. He said Typhoon Shanshan, guided by a Pacific high-pressure system, will slightly shift westward and land in Japan two to three times, affecting multiple regions.
Citing the Central Weather Administration's 2 a.m. path potential forecast map, Wu indicated the typhoon would make two or three landfalls in Japan starting Wednesday. It will likely first hit Kyushu or Shikoku and then Honshu. However, the exact locations and times of landfall will continue to adjust. Those with travel plans to Japan should closely monitor updates.
Regarding Taiwan's weather, Wu noted that although the Pacific high-pressure system will weaken today and tomorrow, the weather will remain sunny and hot across the island. He advised residents to take precautions against sunburn and heatstroke. Afternoon thunderstorms are expected to develop near mountainous areas, with a chance of localized heavy thunderstorms affecting some lowland areas.
Meanwhile, today's temperatures across Taiwan will range from 23 to 36 degrees Celsius in the north, 23 to 35 degrees Celsius in the central region, 24 to 36 degrees Celsius in the south, and 22 to 35 degrees Celsius in the east.
Wu also mentioned the latest model simulations showing that southwesterly and southerly winds will prevail from Wednesday to next Sunday, keeping the weather hot. He reiterated the importance of sun protection and heatstroke prevention during this period.
