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Rare December typhoon Kai-tak forms; low temperatures on the 18th, stay warm

Published: 2026-09-24 👁 100 views
Last updated 2026-09-24 — Typhoon Kai-tak (international name KAI-TAK), the second December typhoon in recorded history, is an extremely rare occurrence. Its projected path does not affect Taiwan, but ships sailing or operating near the waters off the Philippines and the Spratly Islands should exercise caution.

By MOOK Scenic Spots Family / Compiled Report

Typhoon Kai-tak (international name KAI-TAK), the second December typhoon in recorded history, is an extremely rare occurrence. Its projected path does not affect Taiwan, but ships sailing or operating near the waters off the Philippines and the Spratly Islands should exercise particular caution.
 

Affected by a strong continental cold air mass early on the 18th, temperatures across the region are generally low. The coastal and open areas north of central Taiwan have a high probability of experiencing low temperatures around [degree value missing], and although the continental cold air mass will weaken slightly during the day, temperatures will remain low. Northern and northeastern Taiwan will see brief showers, while northern, eastern, southeastern regions, as well as Penghu, will have localized brief showers. Scattered brief showers are also possible in the mountainous areas of central and southern Taiwan.

Starting Wednesday, temperatures will rise slightly, with daytime highs reaching over 20 degrees Celsius. Be mindful of the large temperature difference between morning and evening. Many people are preparing to celebrate Christmas over the weekend. From Saturday, northern Miaoli, Yilan, Hualien, and Taitung will experience rain, while other areas will be mostly cloudy to sunny. Sunday’s weather will be even better, with only brief showers in Hualien and Taitung. Temperatures will mostly hover around 18 degrees, with the central region reaching up to 22 degrees and the southern region up to 25 degrees.
 

Due to the influence of high-pressure gradients, strong northeasterly winds, as well as the typhoon and its peripheral circulation, strong winds should be watched out for in the Zhongsha and Xisha Islands, the Bashi Channel, and the sea areas off Guangdong.

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