Hong Kong Records Hottest Day of the Year Amid Typhoon Dolphin's Influence
Hong Kong reached a peak temperature of 36 degrees Celsius (96.8 Fahrenheit) on Sunday, marking the city's hottest day of the year. The extreme heat was attributed to subsiding air associated with the presence of Severe Typhoon Dolphin.
On Sunday afternoon, Hong Kong experienced its highest temperature of the year, with the Hong Kong Observatory recording a peak of 36 degrees Celsius (96.8 Fahrenheit). This record-breaking heat occurred as Severe Typhoon Dolphin moved through the region.
According to the Hong Kong Observatory, the extreme temperatures were driven by the outer subsiding air linked to the typhoon. This weather pattern resulted in generally fine but intense heat across the Guangdong province. The 36-degree reading, captured by the Observatory by 1 p.m., officially surpassed previous temperature records for the year.
While the report focuses on the meteorological data, it highlights the direct correlation between the atmospheric pressure changes caused by the typhoon and the subsequent spike in local temperatures. The Observatory continues to monitor the situation as the typhoon influences regional weather conditions.
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- ·No mention of how long this heatwave is expected to persist.
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