The province’s weather in the coming days will be unstable with many heavy blustery showers and thunderstorms expected, according to the Guangdong Meteorological Observatory.

On April 17th, the current rainy spell will weaken its hold on Guangdong. Set to be cloudy with overcast spells and light fog in the morning and evening across most regions of the province, showers or thundershowers expected in some areas of the province.

On April 18th and 19th, rainstorms or severe showers will sweep over the province, along with force eight gales and thunder and lightning.

[Photo: Zhang Youqiong]

Three Day Forecast for Guangdong

April 17th, Wednesday, overcast, thundery showers and light fog in the morning and evening in some regions of the province, 20°C - 27℃;

April 18th, Thursday, rainstorms across the Pearl River Delta region and Yangjiang; heavy rain in northern Guangdong, northern regions of western Guangdong and Shanwei; steady rain and occasional heavier showers across other regions of the province; potential for thunderstorms with gale force winds in some regions, 21°C - 26℃;

April 19th, Friday, overcast, with rainstorms likely across the Pearl River Delta region and northern Guangdong; heavy rain across other regions in the province; potential for thunderstorms with gale force winds in some regions, 22°C - 26℃;

[Photo: Zhang Ziwang]

Seven-Day Forecast for Guangzhou

April 17th, Wednesday, cloudy with overcast spells, light fog in the morning and evening, 20°C – 27℃；

April 18th, Thursday, showery with chance of heavy rain, 21°C – 26℃;

April 19th, Friday, cloudy with bursts of heavy rain, 22°C – 26℃;

April 20th, Saturday, cloudy with steady rain, 23°C – 28℃;

April 21st, Sunday, overcast with thunderstorms likely, 24°C – 29℃;

April 22nd, Monday, overcast with thunderstorm likely, 23°C – 27℃;

April 23rd, Tuesday, cloudy with thundery showers, 22°C – 27℃;

The Meteorological Bureau advises the public to be cautious during heavy rain, strong winds and thunderstorms, and to stay out of low-lying areas prone to flooding.

Due to a long period of exposure to wind and rain, the soil water content is high recently, leading to a high risk of flooding and landslides, so people must exercise caution.

Residents should also pay attention to traffic safety during periods of low visibility and possible accidents caused by the collapse of work sheds, booths, outdoor billboards and trees.

Author | Monica Liu

Editor | Simon Haywood