Get ready, weather watchers! The National Meteorological Center (NMC) just dropped some big news: the Chinese mainland’s rainy season this year has been off the charts. Deputy Director Huang Zhuo shared that early monsoons fueled record rains and epic heatwaves from June through August.
Here’s the scoop: rainfall was 1.3% above normal, with Beijing and the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region hitting their highest levels since 1961. A whopping 31 weather stations nationwide recorded historic daily downpours. At the same time, the national average temperature soared to 22.3°C—tying 2024 as the hottest summer in over six decades. Five provinces smashed their own summer heat records! ☀️🔥
Looking Ahead: Typhoon Alert 🌪️
What’s next? Huang predicts heavy rain will stick around in North China, Sichuan Province, and coastal areas. And watch out for three to four typhoons or tropical depressions that could spin toward the Chinese mainland before September ends.
These weather events could mean more flooding, landslides, and even drought in spots. Farmers gearing up for the autumn harvest should stay on their toes with water management plans. Emergency teams are also on high alert to keep communities safe. 🚨
Bottom line: pack your umbrellas and keep your weather apps handy—this September is shaping up to be a wild ride! 🙌
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
