Wu Der-rong: Typhoon Chan-hom to Strengthen; Taiwan Enters Peak Rainy Season from June 5

Meteorologist Wu Der-rong stated today that the light typhoon Chan-hom is expected to strengthen into a medium-sized typhoon. While there will be temporary rain in the mountainous areas of central and southern Taiwan, the outer circulation of Chan-hom will bring moisture tomorrow, causing rain in northern and northeastern Taiwan. Taiwan is expected to enter its peak rainy season starting June 5. Wu, an adjunct associate professor at National Central University, noted in his weather column that the latest European model simulations show temperatures rising today, with sunny and hot weather during the day, though local afternoon rain is possible in central and southern mountainous areas. Wu stated that tomorrow, the northeasterly winds from the outer circulation of Chan-hom will bring moisture, leading to local rain in the north and northeast, and temporary afternoon rain in mountainous areas, cooling down northern Taiwan. By June 2, moisture will decrease, and temperatures will rise, with sunny and hot weather, though occasional afternoon rain may occur in mountainous areas. Wu mentioned that on June 3 and 4, as Chan-hom moves away and the southwest monsoon enters the South China Sea, Taiwan will be sunny and hot during the day, but the atmosphere will become unstable, with more significant afternoon rainfall. Wu pointed out that from June 5 to 9, the fifth front of the rainy season will combine with the southwest monsoon, creating a very unstable atmosphere. This will likely trigger small-to-medium-scale systems, leading to stronger rainfall, marking the 'peak rainy season.' However, as this is a long-term forecast, continuous monitoring of international model adjustments is necessary. According to the latest forecast from the Central Weather Administration, the 6th light typhoon, Chan-hom, will strengthen into a medium-sized typhoon, move north across the Ryukyu Islands, turn northeast, and impact Japan's Kyushu, Shikoku, and southern Honshu on June 2 and 3. Those with travel plans should take special note.