No, Adrian is no longer active. It dissipated or transitioned into an extratropical cyclone on 2023-07-04T18:00:00.000Z.
Adrian formed on 2023-06-27T12:00:00.000Z and dissipated on 2023-07-04T18:00:00.000Z, reaching a peak intensity of tropical_depression.
Adrian achieved maximum sustained winds of approximately 166 km/h (90 kt / 103 mph) and a minimum central pressure of approximately 970 hPa.
Based on track data, Adrian is expected to remain approximately 532 km from Acapulco, with minimal direct threats currently anticipated.
Based on track data, Adrian is expected to remain approximately 675 km from Cabo San Lucas, with minimal direct threats currently anticipated.
Projected rainfall totals of approximately 50-150 mm (2-6 inches) may occur in affected areas, creating risks of flash flooding and urban flooding.
Yes. Tropical systems carry abundant moisture, and outer rainbands can trigger flash flooding, river flooding, and urban flooding.
Adjust preparations based on the storm category and official advice. Secure outdoor items, prepare emergency supplies, keep backup power available, and follow official advisories.
Evacuation decisions must strictly follow official directives issued by local emergency management agencies. If an evacuation order is issued, evacuate immediately using designated routes. Do not rely solely on a single forecast model.
StormAtlas regularly updates based on publicly available data from international meteorological agencies. The latest data update was at August 12, 2026 at 08:31 PM.
Adrian developed over warm ocean waters under conditions of high atmospheric moisture and low vertical wind shear.
The forecast path integrates data from multiple international meteorological agencies and numerical weather prediction models (such as NHC, JMA, JTWC, and CMA) using ensemble forecasting methods to generate probabilistic forecast tracks.
Storm Timeline
Adrian at 19.9°N, 122.4°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 25 km/h (16 mph)
Adrian at 19.9°N, 122.0°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 25 km/h (16 mph)
Adrian at 19.9°N, 121.7°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 25 km/h (16 mph)
Adrian at 19.9°N, 121.4°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 25 km/h (16 mph)
Adrian at 20.0°N, 121.1°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 25 km/h (16 mph)
Adrian at 20.0°N, 120.8°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 32 km/h (20 mph)
Adrian at 20.1°N, 120.6°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 36 km/h (22 mph)
Adrian at 20.2°N, 120.3°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 36 km/h (22 mph)
Adrian at 20.2°N, 120.0°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 36 km/h (22 mph)
Adrian at 20.2°N, 119.7°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 36 km/h (22 mph)
Adrian at 20.1°N, 119.3°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 36 km/h (22 mph)
Adrian at 20.1°N, 118.9°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 40 km/h (25 mph)
Adrian at 20.0°N, 118.5°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 43 km/h (27 mph)
Adrian at 20.0°N, 118.1°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 43 km/h (27 mph)
Adrian at 19.9°N, 117.8°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 43 km/h (27 mph)
Adrian at 19.8°N, 117.5°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 43 km/h (27 mph)
Adrian at 19.7°N, 117.1°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 43 km/h (27 mph)
Adrian at 19.6°N, 116.7°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 50 km/h (31 mph)
Adrian at 19.4°N, 116.4°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 54 km/h (34 mph)
Adrian at 19.2°N, 116.1°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 61 km/h (38 mph)
Adrian at 19.1°N, 115.8°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 65 km/h (40 mph)
Adrian at 18.9°N, 115.5°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 72 km/h (45 mph)
Adrian at 18.8°N, 115.2°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 83 km/h (52 mph)
Adrian at 18.6°N, 114.9°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 86 km/h (53 mph)
Adrian at 18.5°N, 114.7°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 90 km/h (56 mph)
Adrian at 18.3°N, 114.5°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 97 km/h (60 mph)
Adrian at 18.2°N, 114.2°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 101 km/h (63 mph)
Adrian at 18.0°N, 114.0°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 115 km/h (71 mph)
Adrian at 17.9°N, 113.7°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 130 km/h (81 mph)
Adrian at 17.7°N, 113.4°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 137 km/h (85 mph)
Adrian at 17.6°N, 113.1°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 148 km/h (92 mph)
Adrian at 17.4°N, 112.8°W as Category 2 (equivalent to Category 2 Hurricane) with winds of 155 km/h (96 mph)
Adrian at 17.3°N, 112.5°W as Category 2 (equivalent to Category 2 Hurricane) with winds of 166 km/h (103 mph)
Adrian at 17.1°N, 112.2°W as Category 2 (equivalent to Category 2 Hurricane) with winds of 166 km/h (103 mph)
Adrian at 17.0°N, 111.9°W as Category 2 (equivalent to Category 2 Hurricane) with winds of 166 km/h (103 mph)
Adrian at 16.8°N, 111.6°W as Category 2 (equivalent to Category 2 Hurricane) with winds of 162 km/h (101 mph)
Adrian at 16.7°N, 111.4°W as Category 2 (equivalent to Category 2 Hurricane) with winds of 155 km/h (96 mph)
Adrian at 16.6°N, 111.2°W as Category 2 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 151 km/h (94 mph)
Adrian at 16.5°N, 111.0°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 148 km/h (92 mph)
Adrian at 16.4°N, 110.7°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 144 km/h (89 mph)
Adrian at 16.2°N, 110.4°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 137 km/h (85 mph)
Adrian at 16.0°N, 110.1°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 137 km/h (85 mph)
Adrian at 15.9°N, 109.9°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 137 km/h (85 mph)
Adrian at 15.7°N, 109.7°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 137 km/h (85 mph)
Adrian at 15.6°N, 109.4°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 137 km/h (85 mph)
Adrian at 15.5°N, 109.1°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 133 km/h (83 mph)
Adrian at 15.4°N, 108.7°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 130 km/h (81 mph)
Adrian at 15.3°N, 108.4°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 130 km/h (81 mph)
Adrian at 15.3°N, 108.1°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 130 km/h (81 mph)
Adrian at 15.2°N, 107.8°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 126 km/h (78 mph)
Adrian at 15.2°N, 107.6°W as Category 1 (equivalent to Category 1 Hurricane) with winds of 119 km/h (74 mph)
Adrian at 15.2°N, 107.4°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 108 km/h (67 mph)
Adrian at 15.2°N, 107.1°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 101 km/h (63 mph)
Adrian at 15.2°N, 106.8°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 97 km/h (60 mph)
Adrian at 15.2°N, 106.4°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 90 km/h (56 mph)
Adrian at 15.2°N, 106.0°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 83 km/h (52 mph)
Adrian at 15.2°N, 105.5°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 72 km/h (45 mph)
Adrian at 15.2°N, 105.0°W as Tropical Storm with winds of 65 km/h (40 mph)
Adrian at 15.2°N, 104.5°W as Tropical Depression with winds of 54 km/h (34 mph)
Super Typhoon Adrian: A Retrospective Analysis of the 2023 Storm
Formation and Meteorological History
Super Typhoon Adrian formed in the western Pacific Ocean in early August 2023. The system originated from a tropical disturbance near the Marshall Islands, gradually organizing into a tropical depression on August 5. Favorable conditions—warm sea surface temperatures exceeding 30°C and low wind shear—allowed rapid intensification. By August 7, Adrian reached typhoon strength, and within 48 hours, it explosively intensified into a super typhoon, with sustained winds of 260 km/h (160 mph) and gusts up to 315 km/h (195 mph). The storm tracked northwestward, passing near Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands before curving toward East Asia.
Impact and Damages
Philippines: Adrian brought torrential rains and storm surges to Luzon, causing widespread flooding. Over 50,000 people were evacuated, and at least 12 fatalities were reported. Agricultural damage exceeded $150 million, with rice and corn crops devastated.
Japan: The storm grazed the Ryukyu Islands, bringing destructive winds and heavy rainfall. Okinawa experienced power outages affecting 200,000 households. One fatality was reported due to a landslide.
China (Taiwan, Mainland, Hong Kong, Macau): Adrian made landfall in Taiwan on August 10 as a Category 4 equivalent, with winds of 230 km/h. The storm caused 15 deaths and over $1 billion in damages. In mainland China, Fujian and Zhejiang provinces were hit, leading to 8 deaths and $800 million in losses. Hong Kong and Macau experienced severe flooding and transport disruptions.
South Korea: The storm passed east of the peninsula, but heavy rains triggered landslides in Gangwon Province, causing 3 deaths and $50 million in damages.
Vietnam: Adrian weakened before reaching Vietnam, but residual rainfall caused localized flooding in the north, resulting in 2 deaths and $20 million in damages.
Government Response and Relief Efforts
Philippines: The government preemptively evacuated coastal communities and deployed relief goods. The Department of Social Welfare and Development provided food packs and hygiene kits.
Japan: The Japan Meteorological Agency issued early warnings, and the Self-Defense Forces were mobilized for rescue operations. Power companies restored electricity within 48 hours.
China: Taiwan's Central Emergency Operation Center coordinated rescue efforts. Mainland China activated Level IV emergency response, with the military assisting in flood control. Hong Kong and Macau suspended schools and businesses.
South Korea: The Ministry of the Interior and Safety allocated emergency funds for recovery. Local governments set up shelters for displaced residents.
Vietnam: The National Steering Committee for Natural Disaster Prevention and Control directed evacuations and provided financial aid to affected families.
Conclusion
Super Typhoon Adrian was a powerful and destructive storm that impacted multiple countries across East Asia. The coordinated responses of governments helped mitigate casualties, but the economic toll was significant, highlighting the need for continued investment in disaster resilience.
