By MOOK Scenic Spots Home, compiled report
Forecasted path of Typhoon Trami. (Image / Central Weather Bureau, the same applies below)
Trami shows a continuous trend of intensification and may strengthen to a moderate typhoon by the 23rd. The 25th will be a critical day for the typhoon’s development, as the condition of the Pacific High will determine whether Trami’s path shifts northward. It is expected to come closest to Taiwan on the 27th and 28th, so its movements should be closely monitored.
Convective cloud systems are developing vigorously, increasing the chance of short-duration heavy rainfall. From the 22nd to the 23rd, there is a likelihood of localized heavy rain in northern mountainous areas, eastern mountain regions, and mountainous areas south of Yunlin. Be alert for lightning strikes and strong gusts.
Taiwan weather overview on September 23
Starting from the evening of the 23rd, Taiwan’s weather will undergo significant changes. Windward areas will become cooler and more humid. The Central Weather Bureau has issued heavy rain warnings for New Taipei City, Taoyuan City, Hsinchu County, Miaoli County, Yunlin County, Chiayi County, Tainan City, Kaohsiung City, Pingtung County, Yilan County, Hualien County, and Taitung County.
September 23 marks the Autumn Equinox, the predecessor of the Mid-Autumn Festival also known as the Moon Worship Festival. On this day, day and night are of equal length, symbolizing that autumn in the Northern Hemisphere has passed its halfway point. Starting this day, the weather noticeably cools down, which aligns very well with the symbolic meaning of the Autumn Equinox this year.