Hong Kong Observatory Issues Thunderstorm Warning Amid Scattered Showers
HK01 · 1 SOURCESabout 2 hours ago2 MIN
Summary
The Hong Kong Observatory issued a thunderstorm warning on Thursday evening (August 13), valid until 3:30 AM Friday, predicting localized thunderstorms with gusty winds across the territory . A special weather notice released at 4:45 PM warned that rain-bearing clouds are gradually approaching coastal areas, bringing relief from the recent intense heat that has plagued the city . The unstable weather is linked to an upper-level disturbance combined with southwest airflow affecting southern China . Forecasts indicate scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue through the weekend, with rain sometimes becoming heavy in the early hours . The Observatory has cautioned that rainstorm warning signals or localized heavy rain reminders may be issued if necessary .
Key Points
- Thunderstorm warning issued at 11:40 AM Thursday, valid until 3:30 AM Friday morning, covering localized areas with gusty winds
- Friday forecast: scattered showers and thunderstorms with sometimes heavy rain, temperatures ranging from 27 to 31 degrees Celsius
- Saturday outlook: partly cloudy with a few showers, morning thunderstorms in some areas, brief sunny intervals, reaching a high of 32 degrees
- Sunday conditions: brief sunshine in the morning, one or two showers, hot daytime weather with temperatures up to 33 degrees
- Early next week: mainly hot during daytime with some scattered showers persisting across the territory
Why It Matters
The thunderstorm warning comes after Hong Kong experienced record-breaking extreme heat on August 10, making the incoming rain a welcome respite for residents . Commuters and students heading to work or school on Friday morning should closely monitor the Observatory's latest weather updates, as the combination of heavy rain and thunderstorms during rush hour could cause significant disruption .
The thunderstorm warning comes after Hong Kong experienced record-breaking extreme heat on August 10, making the incoming rain a welcome respite for residents . Commuters and students heading to work or school on Friday morning should closely monitor the Observatory's latest weather updates, as the combination of heavy rain and thunderstorms during rush hour could cause significant disruption .