Abstract: In this paper, the canonical correlation analysis between the predictand of Typhoon track in the future 48h & 60h and five predictor fields at the 500 hPa are analysed respectively. We use the canonical variables as predictors which have been derived, then combine with empirical predictors in weather forecasting adopting stepwise regression to establish the prediction equation of typhoon central position in the future 48h and 60h. The results of independent sample tests indicate taat the scheme can improve the prediction of the typhoon track and that it is useful in operational forecasting practice.