electra-supply.comOn October 17, the China Meteorological Administration reported that in the coming three days, northern Xinjiang, eastern Tibet, and Qinghai are expected to experience significant snowfall. Authorities are emphasizing the potential impacts on traffic safety and agricultural production. Additionally, regions such as Chongqing and Shandong may face heavy rainfall challenges, raising concerns about localized heavy downpours and the secondary disasters they might trigger. Another point of concern is the strong winds and falling temperatures set to arrive on October 18, which could affect transportation, agriculture, and public health.
Additionally, from October 17 to 18, a large swath of precipitation is anticipated across central and eastern China. Specifically, between 8 AM on the 17th and 8 AM on the 18th, areas in southern Shandong, central-western Shanxi, and northwestern and southern Henan are forecasted to receive heavy rain, with some regions experiencing torrential rainfall. Southern Shandong could see extreme rainfall totals reaching 100-120 mm and hourly rates of 20-40 mm, with isolated instances exceeding 50 mm, according to a heavy rain alert issued by the administration at 6 AM on October 17. Between the same dates, parts of northwestern Xinjiang and southeastern Tibet may also face moderate to heavy snow or sleet, with localized blizzards resulting in accumulations of 20-45 mm in some areas.
From October 18 to 19, strong cold air will influence northern regions, bringing strong winds and a noticeable drop in temperatures. Expected temperature declines range from 8-10°C in parts of northeastern China and the eastern Huabei region, to as much as 14°C in localized areas. Strong winds of 4-6 Beaufort will be experienced across much of Huabei, northeastern regions, and Huaihe areas, with gusts reaching up to 8-9 Beaufort along eastern seas.
For the next three days, specific forecasts include:
– From 8 AM on October 17 to 8 AM on October 18, light to moderate snow or sleet is expected in the Altai Mountains in Xinjiang, eastern Tibet, southern Qinghai, and northern Sichuan Plateau, with heavier snow in parts of the Tianshan area. Regions in eastern Shaanxi, much of Huabei, Huaihe, and northern Jiangnan will experience moderate to heavy rain, with southern Shandong, southern Henan, and northern Jiangsu seeing heavy to torrential rain (100-120 mm). Winds of 4-6 Beaufort with gusts of 7-8 Beaufort are forecasted for areas including eastern Inner Mongolia and eastern Xinjiang.
– From 8 AM on October 18 to 8 AM on October 19, light to moderate snow or sleet is still projected in parts of northern Xinjiang and the Tianshan area, with localized blizzards. Eastern regions of Huaihe, southern Jiangnan, eastern Southwest China, and northern South China could see moderate to heavy rain, and parts of Shandong Peninsula may experience heavy rain (50-60 mm). Areas in eastern Inner Mongolia, much of northeastern China, Huabei, and the Shandong Peninsula are predicted to have winds of 4-6 Beaufort, with gusts reaching 7-8 Beaufort.
– Finally, from 8 AM on October 19 to 8 AM on October 20, light to moderate snow or sleet is expected in northeastern Xinjiang, northeastern Tibet, and eastern Qinghai. Parts of western Inner Mongolia and eastern Northwest China may receive moderate to heavy rain, with some areas in the northeastern Sichuan Basin and central Chongqing experiencing heavy rainfall (50-70 mm). Winds of 4-6 Beaufort may also occur in parts of western Inner Mongolia, Huaihe, Huaihe, and northern Jiangnan.
