Temperatures are forecast to rise slowly from January 25 after days of chilly weather, with highs in Guangzhou and Shenzhen expected to return to above 10 degrees Celsius again, according to the Guangdong Meteorological Observatory.
However, temperatures in the morning and evening will still remain relatively low. Northern Guangdong will see lows of 5 degrees Celsius and below.
Snow-capped mountains in Guangzhou's Conghua District on January 24, 2024. (Photo: Nanfang Daily)
On January 26, Shaoguan, Qingyuan, Zhaoqing, and Yunfu will be cloudy to overcast with slightly scattered rain. The rest of the province will be mainly cloudy with overcast periods. Lows: 2 to 5 degrees Celsius in northern Guangdong and the northern Pearl River Delta (-1 to 2 degrees Celsius in mountainous areas), 8 to 13 degrees Celsius in southwestern coastal areas, and 5 to 8 degrees Celsius in the remaining areas.
On January 27, western Guangdong will be overcast with scattered rain. Other areas will be mainly cloudy and overcast. Lows: 5 to 7 degrees Celsius in northern Guangdong (1 to 4 degrees Celsius in mountainous areas), 11 to 14 degrees Celsius in southern Guangdong, and 8 to 12 degrees Celsius in the remaining areas.
On January 28 and 29, there will be cloudy-to-overcast skies and scattered light rain in western Guangdong.
4 waves of cold front forecast during the Spring Festival travel rush
During the 2024 Spring Festival travel rush, Guangzhou is expected to experience higher temperatures and more rainfall than normal, according to the Guangzhou Meteorological Observatory.
Four waves of cold front are anticipated, with a strong one from February 3 to 6, a moderate one from February 9 to 11, and two weak ones from February 20 to 22, and February 28 to March 2 (weak).
There is little possibility of natural disasters such as prolonged low temperatures, heavy rainfall, snow, and freezing conditions, according to the weather forecast. However, attention should be paid to traffic safety, as periodic low temperatures, snowy weather, and poor visibility may occur.
Reporter | Abby, Sylvia(intern)
Editor | Nan, James
