Current snapshot (based on NASA EONET event data)

Tropical Cyclone 28P is an active South Pacific system tracked in NASA’s EONET feed (Event ID: EONET_18737). The most recent EONET point in the data provided is 2026-03-24 00:00 UTC near approximately 23.6°S, 163.8°E with an estimated intensity of about 45 kt.

View the NASA EONET event record for Tropical Cyclone 28P

Where is Tropical Cyclone 28P located?

The coordinates in the EONET geometry indicate the storm has been moving generally southward over the last several fixes, from roughly 17.2°S, 162.5°E (2026-03-23 00:00 UTC) to about 23.6°S, 163.8°E (2026-03-24 00:00 UTC). That places it in the Coral Sea / southwest Pacific region, east of Australia and in the broader neighborhood of island groups such as New Caledonia and Vanuatu (exact proximity depends on the latest advisory).

How strong is Tropical Cyclone 28P?

In the EONET points you provided, intensity increases from about 35 kt to 45 kt between 2026-03-23 00:00 UTC and 2026-03-23 12:00 UTC, then remains near 45 kt through 2026-03-24 00:00 UTC.

For readers: wind speeds in knots (kt) are commonly used in tropical cyclone advisories. As a rough conversion, 45 kt ≈ 52 mph ≈ 83 km/h.

Expected impacts: what people typically experience with a 40–50 kt system

• Damaging wind gusts that can down small branches, damage weak structures, and cause sporadic power issues.
• Heavy rainfall that can trigger localized flooding, especially in low-lying or poor-drainage areas.
• Rough seas and dangerous surf, including hazardous conditions for small craft and coastal activities.
• Short-notice track shifts are possible, particularly if steering winds change or the system interacts with other weather features.

Impacts depend heavily on the storm’s size, forward speed, and how close the center passes to land.

Track and intensity questions people search for (answered)

Is Tropical Cyclone 28P going to hit land?

The EONET points alone show position and intensity snapshots, but they do not provide a full forecast cone or official landfall probabilities. To determine land impacts, check the latest official regional warnings and forecast track maps from the responsible meteorological service for the South Pacific.

What does “28P” mean?

“28P” is a basin/season identifier used in operational tracking for the South Pacific region, indicating it is the 28th system designated in that basin for the season.

How often is the storm position updated?

Many tropical cyclone feeds and advisories update on a regular cycle (often every 6 hours, with intermediate updates as needed). The EONET geometry you provided includes points at 00Z, 06Z, 12Z, 18Z, which matches a common advisory cadence.

Why do different sources show different wind speeds?

Wind estimates can differ due to averaging periods (e.g., 1-minute vs 10-minute sustained winds), analysis methods, and the timing of updates. When comparing sources, confirm whether winds are 1-minute or 10-minute sustained and whether gusts are being reported.

Live updates and news coverage

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How to use this page to stay storm-ready

1. Check the timestamp on any position/intensity value (storms change quickly).
2. Follow local alerts for watches/warnings, evacuation guidance, and school/transport updates.
3. Prepare for outages: charge devices, secure loose outdoor items, and keep a basic emergency kit.
4. Avoid coastal hazards: surf and rip currents can be dangerous well away from the center.

Storm data points included in this update

The following EONET geometry points were used to summarize movement and intensity (UTC):

• 2026-03-23 00:00 — 35 kt — 162.5°E, 17.2°S
• 2026-03-23 06:00 — 40 kt — 162.9°E, 18.5°S
• 2026-03-23 12:00 — 45 kt — 162.9°E, 20.1°S
• 2026-03-23 18:00 — 45 kt — 163.5°E, 21.4°S
• 2026-03-24 00:00 — 45 kt — 163.8°E, 23.6°S

Related searches (to help you find the right updates)

• “Tropical Cyclone 28P track map”
• “Tropical Cyclone 28P forecast cone”
• “28P warnings New Caledonia”
• “28P warnings Vanuatu”
• “South Pacific cyclone 28P satellite imagery”