Key Facts
• July 28: Intense heat across Japan, with sudden thunderstorms in mountainous areas.
• High-pressure system dominates from Tohoku to Kyushu, bringing strong sunlight.
• Afternoon: Inland and mountainous areas may experience brief rain or evening showers.
• Hokkaido: Low-pressure system brings cloudy skies and scattered rain in the afternoon.
• Two typhoons active: Typhoon 8 near Okinawa, Typhoon 9 near Ogasawara Islands.
• Typhoon 8: Expected to pass Okinawa main island, causing heavy rain, strong winds, and high waves.
• Typhoon 9: Stationary near Ogasawara Islands until July 31, prolonging severe weather.
• Forecasted high temperatures: Tokyo 35°C (+1), Osaka 36°C (±0), Fukuoka 37°C (±0).
• Western Japan and Okinawa: Persistent heat, some areas nearing 40°C this week.
• Northern and Eastern Japan: Continued heat, with potential typhoon impact on Kanto by weekend.
Summary
Japan faces extreme heat on July 28, with sudden thunderstorms expected in mountainous areas. A high-pressure system dominates from Tohoku to Kyushu, while Hokkaido experiences cloudy skies and scattered rain due to a low-pressure system. Typhoon 8 is near Okinawa, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and high waves, while Typhoon 9 remains stationary near the Ogasawara Islands, prolonging severe weather. Forecasted temperatures indicate widespread heat, with Tokyo at 35°C and Osaka at 36°C. Western Japan and Okinawa may see temperatures nearing 40°C, while Northern and Eastern Japan continue to experience intense heat. The Kanto region may face typhoon impacts by the weekend. Residents are advised to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities, and monitor weather updates.
