Typhoon Impact and Long-Term Forecast

Typhoon No. 26 is moving eastward, having weakened to 965hPa. While its size and intensity haven't been officially announced, it's generally considered a small and weak typhoon. The typhoon is expected to transform into a rain-bearing system, bringing relatively heavy rain to the Ogasawara Islands, but it's unlikely to significantly impact mainland Japan. The autumn rain front, influenced by the typhoon, will split and be pulled towards the Pacific coast. Consequently, the rain over mainland Japan is expected to move out to sea by dawn. However, in the Kanto region, the rain clouds will pass through as the front is pulled eastward, so sudden showers should be anticipated. Following the typhoon's passage, starting tomorrow, we can expect clear skies. However, looking at the long-term weather charts reveals some concerning signs. Next Sunday, a low-pressure system is approaching east of Minami Torishima, with isobars indicating a significant development (6 lines). This is likely to become Typhoon No. 27, heading directly for the Ogasawara Islands and potentially striking mainland Japan. By Tuesday, it's projected to be south of Hachijojima, so residents in the Kanto and Tokai regions should stay updated on typhoon information next weekend.