EIGHTEEN #18P

29/01/26 PMZ Il y a 5h 25m
Tropical Depression
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DANGER SAFETY
Note: Distance is calculated as the crow flies between your location and the system center. Effects (wind, rain) may extend well beyond this distance.
Track
Direction
SW
Speed
16 km/h
Estimated impact:
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Note: Estimate based on straight-line movement at constant speed. The actual track may vary depending on atmospheric conditions.
Intensity
Sustained winds
65 km/h
Gusts
88 km/h
Pressure
997 hPa
Note: Wind values depend on the measurement method: 1-minute (international standard) or 10-minute (French standard).

Analyse Environnementale
Phase de test – résultats expérimentaux
Score: 0.5 / 8 ↓

Sea Surface Temperature (SST)
25.7°C (N/A à +24h ?)
Unfavorable
Favorable
Wind Shear
Fort (N/A à +24h ?)
Unfavorable
Favorable
Divergence
Forte (N/A à +24h ?)
Unfavorable
Favorable
Relative Humidity 700 hPa
87.5 % (N/A à +24h ?)
Forte
Unfavorable
Favorable

Satellite Imagery (18P) EIGHTEEN

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Intensity History (18P) EIGHTEEN

Detailed report for cyclone (18P) EIGHTEEN

Situation update for system EIGHTEEN as of 29/01/26 PM

The cyclone basin is currently marked by the presence of EIGHTEEN, a moderate intensity system located about 720 km from Maré.

📍 Location and Movement

At the last update, the system center was at -26.9° latitude and 171.9° longitude. It is currently moving in the SW direction at a speed of 16 km/h.

💨 Intensity and Winds

1-minute sustained winds are estimated at 65 km/h, with gusts up to 90 km/h. The minimum central pressure is 997 hPa, classifying the system as Tropical Depression.

🌊 Environmental Context

Analysis of atmospheric and oceanic conditions shows a sea surface temperature of 25.7°C. Wind shear is currently assessed as fort. Upper-level divergence is considered forte. Relative humidity at 700 hPa is 87.5%.

Estimates for the next 24h: 🔴 Conditions appear UNFAVORABLE. Several parameters are unfavorable, making maintenance or strengthening unlikely. However, there is always some uncertainty and surprises are never excluded.

Important Note

Track and intensity forecasts are subject to uncertainty. It is recommended to regularly follow official bulletins and pay attention to local authority instructions, especially if you live near the system's area of influence.

Cyclone FAQ (18P) EIGHTEEN : Frequently Asked Questions & Advice

Find here the answers to the most common questions about cyclone EIGHTEEN, its track, intensity, risks, and recommended safety measures. This section is regularly updated to provide you with reliable and useful information.

(18P) EIGHTEEN is currently located at latitude -26.9 and longitude 171.9.

(18P) EIGHTEEN is classified as Tropical Depression with a pressure of 997 hPa.

➡️ Maré (New Caledonia) : 720 km 🟢 (Moving away)

➡️ Noumea (New Caledonia) : 753 km 🟢 (Moving away)

➡️ Wé (New Caledonia) : 817 km 🟢 (Moving away)

➡️ Poindimie (New Caledonia) : 941 km 🟢 (Moving away)

➡️ Koumac (New Caledonia) : 1048 km 🟢 (Moving away)

➡️ Port Villa (Vanuatu) : 1083 km 🟢 (Moving away)

➡️ Auckland (New Zeland) : 1140 km 🔴 (Getting closer)

➡️ Nadi (Fidji) : 1164 km 🟢 (Moving away)

➡️ Wellington (New Zeland) : 1624 km 🔴 (Getting closer)

➡️ Christchurch (New Zeland) : 1856 km 🔴 (Getting closer)

Cyclone (18P) EIGHTEEN is moving towards SW at a speed of 16 km/h.

A cyclone generally forms over tropical oceans when the sea temperature exceeds 26°C at sufficient depth. Intense evaporation feeds warm, moist air that rises, creating a low-pressure area. Due to the Earth's rotation (Coriolis force), this system begins to spin and can intensify if atmospheric conditions remain favorable.

They are the same meteorological phenomenon: it is called a "cyclone" in the Indian Ocean and South Pacific, a "hurricane" in the North Atlantic and Northeast Pacific, and a "typhoon" in the Northwest Pacific. The difference is geographical.

The main dangers of a cyclone are: violent winds, heavy rains that can cause flooding, storm surge (very high waves), and sometimes landslides. It is important to follow the authorities' instructions and stay informed about the system's evolution.

Cyclone (18P) EIGHTEEN is currently generating average winds of 65 km/h and gusts up to 90 km/h.

To protect yourself from cyclone (18P) EIGHTEEN, follow official instructions: stay informed via weather bulletins, prepare an emergency kit, secure your home, avoid going out during alerts, and stay away from areas at risk of flooding or storm surge. Follow the advice of local authorities.

No major city is within 250 km of the cyclone center at this time.

The time of impact depends on the cyclone's track and speed. Check the track map and the estimated impact time shown above for your city or location. Stay tuned to official bulletins for updated forecasts.