Observatory forecasts brief showers, sun and cooler week ahead
SingTao · 3 SOURCESabout 2 hours ago2 MIN
Summary
Hong Kong is expected to be mainly cloudy on Saturday, with one or two light rain patches, some sunny intervals during the day and a maximum temperature of about 29 to 30 degrees. A strong northeast monsoon is affecting or gradually affecting the Guangdong coast, bringing brisk easterly to northeasterly winds, with offshore and high ground areas occasionally reaching strong force. The Hong Kong Observatory expects a cold front to cross the South China coast early on Monday, after which northerly winds will strengthen and temperatures will fall markedly. By Tuesday and Wednesday, urban minimum temperatures are forecast to be around 18 degrees, while the New Territories may be two to three degrees lower.
Key Points
- Saturday's forecast is mainly cloudy with one or two light rain patches, some sunshine during the day, and a high of about 29 to 30 degrees.
- Winds are expected to be easterly to northeasterly, becoming moderate to fresh, with offshore areas and high ground occasionally seeing strong winds.
- The Observatory said a cold front is expected to cross the South China coast early on Monday, turning winds northerly and bringing a significant temperature drop.
- On Monday, temperatures are forecast at 20 to 26 degrees, with a few rain patches in the morning before turning progressively fine and dry
- Urban minimum temperatures are forecast to fall to around 18 degrees on Tuesday and Wednesday, with the New Territories cooler by another two to three degrees.
Why It Matters
The forecast points to a sharp shift from warm, humid conditions to cooler, drier weather within a few days, which can affect outdoor plans, marine activity and how residents prepare for the week ahead. The expected stronger winds over the weekend and the colder mornings early next week also mean people in more exposed districts, especially the New Territories and offshore areas, may feel the change more quickly.