【Typhoon Signal｜Hong Kong Weather】The Observatory: The No. 1 Standby Signal will be maintained at least until 12:00 noon on Friday; assess changes to determine whether a No. 3 Gale or Storm Signal needs to be issued.

The Hong Kong Observatory said that the No. 1 gale or storm signal was issued at 7:40 a.m., and at 4:45 p.m. the Observatory said that the tropical depression’s circulation during daytime today remained rather loose. It is generally moving along a westerly path towards the seas south of Hainan Island, keeping a considerable distance from Hong Kong. The No. 1 gale or storm signal will be maintained until at least 12:00 noon tomorrow. The Observatory will then assess whether it needs to issue the No. 3 stronger wind signal, taking into account changes in the tropical cyclone’s intensity, the distance between its strong wind belt and the mouth of the Pearl River, and local wind conditions.

The Observatory said that there are waves at sea. Members of the public should keep away from the shoreline and stop all water sports, and stay alert to the latest weather updates.

Maximum Temperature Today 33°C. Ultraviolet Radiation Extremely High

The Observatory forecasts that today in Hong Kong will be generally cloudy with a few showers. In the early period, there may be thunderstorms in some areas. During the daytime, there will be sunshine and hot conditions for some periods. The maximum temperature in urban areas is about 33°C. Winds will be from the east to southeast at Force 4, occasionally Force 5.

The maximum UV index for today is 11, with the exposure level classified as “Extremely High”.

Tropical Cyclone Expected to Keep a Distance of 400 Kilometers or More from Hong Kong

The Observatory pointed out that the tropical cyclone will move to the area from Hainan Island to the northern Gulf of Tonkin today and tomorrow (3rd), keeping a distance of 400 kilometers or more from Hong Kong. As a result, Hong Kong’s winds will strengthen on Friday, with rough seas and gradually increasing squally showers and thunderstorms. In some areas, rainfall may be heavier. Due to terrain effects, some elevated areas may experience squally winds for a short period.

Wind Strong This Weekend. South China Affected by Low-Pressure Trough Next Week

On Friday, it will be generally cloudy with a few squally showers and thunderstorms. Squally showers will gradually increase, with heavier rain in some areas, and rough seas. Temperatures will range from 27 to 31°C. Winds will be from the east to southeast at Force 5, with on the offshore waters occasionally Force 6. Later, high ground will reach Force 7.

On Saturday (4th), it will be cloudy with squally showers and thunderstorms. Rainfall may be quite heavy at times, with rough seas. Temperatures will range from 26 to 29°C. Winds will be from the south to southeast at Force 4 to 5. At first, the offshore waters will be Force 6, and high ground will reach Force 7.

Looking ahead to Sunday (5th), it will be generally cloudy, with occasional showers and squally thunderstorms. Rainfall may be heavier in some areas.