Rain from Late Tonight to Tomorrow in Beijing! And More Rain Next Week! Expected Time—

Today marks the start of Xiaoman, or “Lesser Fullness,” which signals rising temperatures and increased rainfall.

Beijing’s weather today is quite fitting. According to the meteorological department, the sky will turn overcast this afternoon, accompanied by southerly gusts around level 5. A new round of rainfall will begin at night, with the heaviest period from late tonight to around noon tomorrow. The cumulative rainfall could reach moderate levels, with a relatively steady pace. The rain will make roads slippery and reduce visibility, negatively impacting tomorrow’s morning rush hour. Please plan your travel in advance, bring rain gear, and drive safely.

Scattered showers or thunderstorms are still expected from tomorrow evening to the early night, so it’s wise to keep rain gear handy and take timely precautions against lightning. Due to the rain, daytime temperatures will drop tomorrow, so sensitive individuals should add clothes to avoid catching a cold.

As of now, this weekend will see more cloud cover with rising temperatures, making it suitable for outdoor activities.

Looking ahead to next week, most of the time in Beijing will be sunny to partly cloudy, with temperatures trending upward. Highs will range from 26°C to 31°C, and lows from 16°C to 17°C. The temperature difference between day and night will be significant, with mornings and evenings feeling cool, so adjust your clothing accordingly. On the 25th (Monday) and 27th (Wednesday), weak cold air will bring scattered showers to some areas. Keep an eye on the latest forecasts and prepare in advance.

Weather Forecast

• May 21 (Thursday) Afternoon: Cloudy to overcast; southerly wind around level 3 (gusts level 5); plains high 25°C, mountain areas 23–25°C; min humidity 60%.

Night: Overcast turning to light to moderate rain; southerly wind around level 2; plains low 17°C, mountain areas 15–17°C; max humidity 95%.

• May 22 (Friday) Daytime: Moderate rain turning overcast, with scattered showers or thunderstorms in the evening; southerly wind level 2-3; plains high 22°C, mountain areas 20–22°C; min humidity 80%.

Night: Scattered showers turning overcast; south to north wind level 1-2; plains low 17°C, mountain areas 14–17°C.

• May 23 (Saturday) Daytime: Overcast to partly cloudy; north to south wind level 2-3; plains high 28°C, mountain areas 26–28°C.

Night: Partly cloudy; south to north wind level 1-2; plains low 19°C, mountain areas 16–18°C.

Friendly Reminder

Lately, it’s been rainy and wet, Roads are slippery and visibility poor. Tonight’s rain in particular Will affect tomorrow’s morning commute. So everyone, Please be careful on the road!

Source | Beijing Release, based on Beijing Weather

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