In a recent interview, a meteorologist from the Guangdong Provincial Meteorological Bureau discussed the weather changes expected in the region. They noted that a convergence of warm and cold air masses has been observed in Southwest China. Starting from October 14, warm and humid southeastern winds will make landfall along the mid-western coastal areas of Guangdong, leading to increased cloud cover and rainfall in these regions.
The meteorologist explained that over the next few days, the province will primarily be under the influence of a subtropical high-pressure system. However, they anticipate a weak cold front to affect the region between October 15 and 16, which will bring lower temperatures and precipitation to Shaoguan and Qingyuan. Moreover, as conditions at sea become more unsettled with increased moisture, light rain and localized moderate rain are expected in central and southern parts of the province.
Looking ahead to October 18, the expert indicated that a new surge of cold air will move southward, likely bringing rain to the northwest areas of Guangdong. Specifically, on October 15, the western counties are forecasted to experience overcast skies with light rain, while the remaining areas will have partly cloudy to overcast conditions with isolated showers. Morning temperatures are expected to range from 20°C to 22°C in northern Guangdong and the northern Pearl River Delta, and between 22°C to 26°C in other parts of the province.
On October 16, the forecast predicts overcast conditions with light to moderate rain and even localized heavy rain in Guangdong’s western and Pearl River Delta regions, while other areas will remain mostly cloudy to overcast with scattered light rain. Morning temperatures will be between 23°C to 25°C in coastal areas and from 21°C to 23°C in the rest of the province.
Additionally, during the period impacted by the cold air, strong winds are expected at sea. On October 14, the meteorologist warned that the waters outside the Pearl River Estuary could see east winds reaching Force 5 to 6, with gusts up to Force 7.
