Analysis of Typhoon Namtheun's track characteristics
Path and Moving Characteristics
Typhoon Namtheun (201008) had a relatively short life cycle, lasting about 39 hours from formation to dissipation. Observational data showed that the typhoon generally maintained a stable west-southwestward moving trend. During the initial stage (11:00–18:00 on August 30), the system was located near 122.7°–122.8°E, 26.2°N, moving slowly and nearly stationary or making only slight adjustments. From 21:00 on August 30, the typhoon’s center began accelerating toward the southwest, with its latitude gradually decreasing from 25.9°N to 24.8°N and its longitude moving continuously westward from 122.5°E to 118.7°E.
在整个Moving过程中, 未出现明显的路径转 toward 或折返现象, 轨迹平滑且连贯. 这种稳定的W行路径使其能够直接穿越Taiwan海峡S部海域, 并最终指 toward Fujiancoastal . 8月31日23时50分, Typhoon 中心在Fujian惠安Landfall, 此时其Center已深入大陆沿岸. Landfall后不久, at 9月1日02时 weakened into Tropical Depression, 标志着其作为Tropical Cyclone Active期的结束.
Intensity evolution and historical comparison
Regarding intensity changes, Namtheun exhibited characteristics of rapid intensification, prolonged maintenance, and rapid weakening. It formed as a tropical depression (16 m/s, 1000 hPa) at 11:00 on August 30 and intensified into a tropical storm just 7 hours later, reaching its peak intensity with maximum winds of 18 m/s and a minimum pressure of 995 hPa. Notably, from 18:00 on August 30 to 00:00 on September 1, its intensity indicators remained highly stable for 30 hours, with wind speed holding at 18 m/s and pressure at 995 hPa, showing no significant fluctuations. It remained at tropical storm strength until just before landfall, after which it rapidly decayed.
Compared with previous typhoons of the same name, the intensity of Namtheun in 2010 was significantly weaker. Both Namtheun in 2016 (201612) and Namtheun in 2004 (200410) reached severe typhoon status, with minimum pressures as low as 945 hPa, far lower than the 995 hPa of Namtheun in 2010. Although Namtheun in 2021 (202119) was also only a tropical storm with the same minimum pressure of 995 hPa, the 2010 Namtheun tracked further northwest toward inland impact areas. Overall, the 2010 Namtheun was a weak tropical cyclone with a compact structure, short lifespan, and limited intensity.
Track data table for Typhoon Namtheun
| Time | Position | Intensity | Wind · Pressure | Moving Toward |
|---|
| 08-29 14:00 | 25.2°N
124.4°E | Tropical Depression | 13 m/s
1004 hPa | - |
| 08-30 02:00 | 25.7°N
123.5°E | Tropical Depression | 15 m/s
1002 hPa | WNW |
| 08-30 11:00 | 26.1°N
122.9°E | Tropical Depression | 15 m/s
1000 hPa | WNW |
| 08-30 17:00 | 26.1°N
122.45°E | Tropical Depression | 16 m/s
998 hPa | W |
| 08-30 19:00 | 26.1°N
122.22°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
997 hPa | W |
| 08-30 21:00 | 25.82°N
121.98°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
996 hPa | S |
| 08-30 23:00 | 25.75°N
121.85°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
996 hPa | W |
| 08-31 01:00 | 25.78°N
121.52°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
995 hPa | NW |
| 08-31 03:00 | 25.6°N
121.3°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
995 hPa | SW |
| 08-31 05:00 | 25.6°N
121.2°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
995 hPa | N |
| 08-31 07:00 | 25.5°N
121°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
995 hPa | W |
| 08-31 09:00 | 25.5°N
120.73°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
995 hPa | W |
| 08-31 11:00 | 25.4°N
120.4°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
995 hPa | SSW |
| 08-31 13:00 | 25.4°N
120.27°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
995 hPa | W |
| 08-31 15:00 | 25.3°N
120.18°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
995 hPa | W |
| 08-31 17:00 | 25.2°N
119.95°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
995 hPa | SW |
| 08-31 19:00 | 25.2°N
119.82°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
995 hPa | W |
| 08-31 21:00 | 25.1°N
119.62°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
995 hPa | SW |
| 08-31 23:00 | 25.1°N
119.25°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
996 hPa | W |
| 09-01 01:00 | 24.8°N
118.88°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
996 hPa | WSW |
| 09-01 02:00 | 24.8°N
118.8°E | Tropical Storm | 18 m/s
996 hPa | W |
Sampled rows shown; all 40 track points are available on the interactive map or via the public API .
FAQ
Which number typhoon of 2010 was Typhoon Namtheun?
The international code for Typhoon Namtheun is 201008. It was the 8th typhoon of 2010, with the international name NAMTHEUN.
What was the highest intensity level reached by Typhoon Namtheun?
Typhoon Namtheun peak intensity is Tropical Storm, max wind 18m/s, minimum central pressure 995 hPa.
Where did Typhoon Namtheun make landfall?
2010-08-31 23:50:00 in Fujian Huan Landfall.
Where can I view typhoon Namtheun's live track map?
TyphoonSays (taifengshuo.com) provides the track history map for Typhoon Namtheun, forecasts comparison from multiple meteorological agencies, wind circle ranges, and intensity trends. Page URL: https://taifengshuo.com/typhoon/201008.
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