Why are typhoons more likely to affect Yap than other parts of the Federated States of Micronesia?

Typhoons are more likely to affect Yap than other parts of the Federated States of Micronesia because of the region's specific weather patterns. While numerous typhoons originate in the east each year, they typically spin off toward the northwest. This path directs them toward Yap and the Mariana Islands, meaning they seldom strike the other islands within the federation.1

Additionally, Yap is unique among the states of the Federated States of Micronesia because it is situated in a monsoon area, experiencing westerly winds for part of the year.1