Latest Zhoushan Typhoon News - Historical Typhoons and Preparedness Guide for Zhoushan
Zhoushan Typhoon Data at a GlanceSince 1945, the central tracks of 100 named Northwest Pacific typhoons have entered the 300 km radius of Zhoushan city center in Zhejiang Province, averaging about 1.2 per year. The closest track to Zhoushan was Typhoon Alex in 1984 (code 198403), passing about 8 km away. The strongest at peak intensity was Typhoon Chanthu in 2021 (code 202114), with a minimum central pressure of 905 hPa and maximum wind speed of 68 m/s.
Facing the East China Sea, the Zhoushan archipelago serves as a forward base for typhoons moving north. Typhoon In-fa made direct landfall in Putuo, Zhoushan, in 2021, while Typhoon Lekima crossed Zhoushan waters in 2019. Returning fishing vessels to port for shelter is the most important typhoon-season precaution in Zhoushan.
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Typhoons that have affected Zhoushan throughout history, ranked by closest track distance
Based on geographic calculations using more than 1,800 historical typhoon tracks in the TyphoonSays database, a total of 100 The tracks of 100 typhoons have entered the 300 km radius of Zhoushan city center. They are ranked below by closest track distance:
Strongest typhoons to affect Zhoushan, ranked by peak central pressure
Frequently Asked Questions About Typhoons in Zhoushan
Which typhoon was the strongest and most severe to affect Zhoushan in history?
Based on historical typhoon tracks since 1945, the typhoon that entered within 300 km of Zhoushan at the highest peak intensity was Typhoon Chanthu in 2021 (code 202114). It reached super typhoon status, with a minimum central pressure of 905 hPa, and passed about 143 km from Zhoushan city center. The closest to Zhoushan city center was Typhoon Alex in 1984 (198403), passing only about 8 km away.
How many typhoons generally affect Zhoushan each year?
Since 1945, the central tracks of 100 named typhoons have entered the 300 km radius of Zhoushan city center, averaging about 1.2 per year, mainly during the summer and autumn typhoon season from June to October.
Typhoon Preparedness Guide for Zhoushan
Before a Typhoon Arrives: MonitorEarly warning signalsPrepare in advance by stockpiling drinking water and food and securing doors, windows, and balconies. Stay indoors as much as possible during typhoon impacts and keep away from glass curtain walls and billboards. Households with elderly members or children should readPregnancy SpecialistDamage to housesTyphoon Insurance Claims Guide. Complete Guide: Home Typhoon Preparedness Guide。
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Note: Affected is determined by the geographic distance between historical typhoon tracks and the city center, at or below 300 km, and does not indicate the actual severity of wind or rain impacts. For real-time threats, follow official warnings from local meteorological authorities.