Typhoon “Bavei,” the ninth of the 2026 season, was positioned over Quanjiao County in Chuzhou, Anhui Province, as of 9:00 p.m. on July 12. Carrying maximum sustained winds of 23 meters per second (approximately 83 kilometers per hour) and a central pressure of 988 hectopascals, the storm is moving northward at roughly 15 kilometers per hour. It is expected to transition into Jiangsu Province around midday on July 13, bringing hazardous weather conditions to the Huaipei region.
Projected Path and Regional Impact
Meteorological data indicates that the typhoon will maintain its tropical storm intensity as it tracks northeast through eastern Anhui early tomorrow. According to regional meteorological forecasts, the period from tonight through tomorrow represents the peak window for wind and rain across Jiangsu. The storm is projected to traverse the Huaipei area, maintaining tropical storm-level strength throughout the transit.
Did You Know? Typhoon “Bavei” is currently classified as a tropical storm with a central pressure of 988 hectopascals, traveling at a forward speed of approximately 15 kilometers per hour.
Wind and Precipitation Forecast
Strong winds are expected to persist across Jiangsu’s land and coastal areas through July 14. From tonight through tomorrow, land areas may experience winds between 7 and 9 on the Beaufort scale, while coastal regions should prepare for winds ranging from 9 to 11. By tomorrow night and continuing into July 14, wind speeds are expected to shift to 6–7 on land and approximately 8 in coastal waters before further weakening on the night of the 14th.
Significant rainfall is also anticipated during this window, with potential for severe convective weather, including lightning and thunderstorm gusts. Central and western Jiangsu are expected to see moderate to heavy rain, with Nanjing, western Zhenjiang, and southwestern Yangzhou potentially facing heavy to torrential downpours. By tomorrow night, moderate to heavy rain is expected to affect the area along the Yangtze River and regions to the north.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the center of Typhoon Bavei currently located?
As of 9:00 p.m. on July 12, the storm was located within the territory of Quanjiao County, Chuzhou, Anhui Province.
When will the storm reach Jiangsu Province?
The typhoon is expected to enter Jiangsu around midday on July 13, moving through the Huaipei region.
Which areas in Jiangsu face the highest risk of heavy to torrential rain?
Nanjing, western Zhenjiang, and southwestern Yangzhou are identified as areas likely to experience heavy to torrential rainfall from tonight through tomorrow daytime.
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