The latest weather forecast indicates a significant transition in Taiwan’s climate as a cooling front reached its goal. Starting tomorrow, the effects of a cold air mass from mainland China will dissipate, bringing warmer weather across the island.
Weather Transition in Taiwan
The Central Weather Bureau’s forecaster, Zheng Jieren, reported that a cold air mass impacting Taiwan will start to weaken by tomorrow morning. This transition will lead to clear, warm weather during the day, although early mornings and evenings will still be cooler.
Temperature Fluctuations
Temperatures are expected to rise gradually throughout the week. Today, the northern regions experienced lows below 14 degrees Celsius, with Taipei recording a low of 14.0 degrees. The high temperature ranges today are:
- Northern and Yilan: 18-20 degrees Celsius
- Taichung to Tainan: 22-24 degrees Celsius
- Kaohsiung area: 25-26 degrees Celsius
As the cold front weakens, daytime temperatures tomorrow could exceed 20 degrees, with further increases leading to warmer conditions by the weekend.
Forecast for the Upcoming Days
Despite the overall warm-up, sporadic rain is still expected across various regions. Starting Wednesday, the eastern parts and the Hengchun Peninsula could see scattered showers. Additionally, a new northeast monsoon is set to strengthen by next Tuesday, leading to increased rainfall.
Impact on Travel and Daily Life
The day after the Lunar New Year, commonly known as “return home day,” has seen heavy traffic on major highways. The National Freeway Bureau recorded significant congestion, especially towards Yilan, with traffic easing later in the afternoon.
Residents are advised to prepare for a wide temperature range in the coming days, with substantial day and night temperature differences, particularly in the southern regions, where fluctuations of 8 to 15 degrees are anticipated.
In conclusion, Taiwan is moving from a period of cooler weather to a phase of warmer temperatures. For accurate forecasts and more information, keep following updates from El-Balad.
