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James King predicts 28 tropical storms and 20 typhoons in the Northwest Pacific typhoon season in 2026.

Reported on The Prof G Pod · The Prof G Pod · Aug 18, 2026

“According to predictions, the Northwest Pacific typhoon season is expected to be one of the most active on record with 28, 28 tropical storms and 20 typhoons, projected for this year.”

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Official meteorological records show the actual count of tropical storms and typhoons in the Northwest Pacific for 2026 matches or differs from the 28 tropical storms and 20 typhoons projection.

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