Key Facts
• Typhoon Francisco (No. 7) was reported by the Japan Meteorological Agency on July 23, 2025.
• As of 9:00 AM, the typhoon was located at 20.4°N, 130.4°E, moving northwest at 20 km/h.
• Central pressure: 996 hPa; maximum wind speed: 18 m/s; peak gusts: 25 m/s.
• Strong wind area (15 m/s or more): 650 km northeast, 280 km southwest.
• Forecast for July 23, 9:00 PM: Location south of Okinawa, central pressure 996 hPa.
• Forecast for July 24, 9:00 AM: 200 km southeast of Miyako Island, central pressure 994 hPa.
• Maximum wind speed on July 24: 20 m/s; peak gusts: 30 m/s.
• Forecast for July 25, 9:00 AM: East China Sea, central pressure 990 hPa, peak gusts 30 m/s.
• By July 26, 9:00 AM, it is expected to weaken into a tropical depression in the East China Sea.
• Forecasted movement speed slows to 15 km/h by July 25 and 26.
Summary
Typhoon Francisco (No. 7) is currently moving northwest from southern Japan, with a central pressure of 996 hPa and peak gusts of 25 m/s as of July 23, 2025. The Japan Meteorological Agency forecasts its path to pass south of Okinawa by the evening of July 23, then near Miyako Island by the morning of July 24, with peak gusts increasing to 30 m/s. By July 25, it is expected to reach the East China Sea, maintaining a central pressure of 990 hPa. The typhoon is predicted to weaken into a tropical depression by July 26. Residents in affected areas are advised to stay updated on weather conditions and prepare for strong winds and potential disruptions.
