12 degrees Celsius in Hong Kong on Sunday but warmer days expected in week ahead

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Lam Ka-singFebruary 1, 2026 at 04:47 AM
12 degrees Celsius in Hong Kong on Sunday but warmer days expected in week ahead

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Hong Kong experienced a cold snap on Sunday, with temperatures dropping to 12 degrees Celsius due to a northeast monsoon affecting Guangdong. The Hong Kong Observatory issued a cold weather warning as temperatures were expected to range from 12 to 17 degrees Celsius on Sunday, with cloudy skies and possible rain. However, the Observatory forecasts warmer weather for the region in the coming days. As the monsoon is replaced by an easterly airstream, temperatures are predicted to rise, reaching as high as 24 degrees Celsius by Friday. The warmer weather is expected to affect the entire coast of Guangdong.

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