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Live forecasts update automatically; written guidance last reviewed 23 June 2026 by the Reef Brief Weather Desk. Data from the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) and other national met services via Open-Meteo.
If you’re in a typhoon zone, treat the live forecast above as your primary guide. Typhoons are intense tropical cyclones that bring destructive winds, heavy rain and dangerous storm surges. Know your evacuation route and keep an emergency kit ready — conditions can change rapidly.
How does a typhoon differ from an Australian tropical cyclone?
They’re the same weather system — just named differently by region. In the northwest Pacific they’re called typhoons; in Australia we call them tropical cyclones. Both start over warm ocean waters and can intensify quickly. The Bureau of Meteorology issues a cyclone warning today when a system threatens the Australian coast.
Where to track a typhoon or cyclone in real time
The live forecast above shows the current storm track and intensity. For Australian waters, the BOM provides a bom cyclone 7 day forecast and a live cyclone tracker map australia showing the latest position and projected path. International forecasters like the Joint Typhoon Warning Center also publish a tropical cyclone forecast track map for Pacific storms.
What is the difference between a typhoon and a super typhoon?
A super typhoon has sustained winds of at least 166 km/h (103 mph) — equivalent to a Category 4 or 5 hurricane. The term is used by the Joint Typhoon Warning Center for storms in the northwest Pacific.
How does the BOM track cyclones near Australia?
The Bureau of Meteorology issues a tropical cyclone 7 day forecast and updates a live tracker map on its website. You can also find current warnings and path maps for any system that may affect the coast.
Should I monitor a typhoon if I live in Australia?
If you’re travelling to the Pacific or Asia, check the live forecast above and local alerts. In Australia, stay informed via the severe weather warning page and Australia weather hub for any approaching cyclones.