Hong Kong is bracing for a significant drop in temperature in its urban areas, as an intense winter monsoon sweeps across the region. According to the Hong Kong Observatory, the city will experience cloudy weather with a chance of rain showers throughout the day, followed by a gradual decrease in temperature.
Tonight, temperatures in the urban areas are expected to plummet from an initial 17 degrees Celsius to around 10 degrees Celsius. The New Territories may experience even lower temperatures. The temperature range for the day is anticipated to be between 10 and 19 degrees Celsius, accompanied by gentle to moderate northerly winds. These winds are expected to strengthen over offshore and high-ground areas.
As of 5:50 AM this morning, most districts in Hong Kong recorded temperatures averaging around 15 or 16 degrees Celsius. The coldest temperature, 9.2 degrees Celsius, was reported at Tai Mo Shan, while Tat Kwu Ling recorded a temperature of 13.9 degrees Celsius. In response to the approaching cold weather, the Hong Kong Observatory issued a strong monsoon signal and a cold weather warning, advising citizens to take precautions and dress warmly.
There is a possibility of ice formation on high ground, and the wind chill effect will make the perceived temperature even lower. The Observatory issued a special weather reminder at midnight, emphasizing the impact of the intense winter monsoon on the coastal areas of South China over the next day or two. The northerly winds are expected to strengthen further today, contributing to the drop in temperature.
Tomorrow's weather is forecasted to be overcast with a few rain showers. It will be extremely cold, with temperatures dropping to around 7 degrees Celsius in urban areas and slightly lower in the New Territories. High-ground areas may experience ice formation. The wind chill effect will make the perceived temperature even colder than the actual air temperature. Citizens are advised to take precautions to stay warm and pay special attention to the well-being of the elderly and those with chronic illnesses. The cold spell is expected to continue through Wednesday (January 24) and Thursday morning (January 25).
In light of the upcoming cold weather, the Social Welfare Department (SWD) has issued a reminder for the elderly to take necessary precautions to protect themselves. It is particularly important for frail elderly individuals, especially those living alone, to receive care and support from their relatives, friends, and neighbors. The Home Affairs Department has also taken proactive measures by setting up 18 temporary shelters across various districts, effective immediately. These shelters aim to provide assistance to individuals who require help during this period. The shelters will remain operational as long as the Cold Weather Warning is in effect.
预计今晚香港市区气温将降至10℃，明日将降至7℃
香港市區預計將迎來氣溫急劇下降，一股強烈的冬季季候風正橫掃該地區。根據香港天文台的消息，今天整天天氣多雲，有幾陣雨，隨後氣溫逐漸下降。
今晚，市區氣溫預計將從最初的攝氏17度急降至約攝氏10度。新界地區的氣溫可能更低。今天的氣溫範圍預計在攝氏10至19度之間，伴隨著輕至中度的偏北風，後者將加強在離岸和高地地區的風勢。
截至今天早上5時50分，香港大部分地區的氣溫平均約為攝氏15至16度。最低氣溫9.2度攝氏記錄於大帽山，而達轡嶺則記錄了13.9度攝氏的氣溫。鑑於即將到來的寒冷天氣，香港天文台發出了強烈的季候風警告和寒冷天氣警告，建議市民採取預防措施並保暖。
高地可能會出現結冰的可能性，而風寒效應將使實際氣溫感覺更低。天文台於午夜發出特別天氣提醒，強調強烈冬季季候風對華南沿海地區未來一兩天的影響。預計偏北風將今天加強，進一步降低氣溫。
明天的天氣預測為多雲有幾陣雨。氣溫將極度寒冷，市區氣溫預計降至攝氏約7度，新界地區稍微更低。高地地區可能會結冰。風寒效應將使實際氣溫感覺更冷。建議市民采取預防措施保暖，特別關注老年人和患有慢性疾病者的健康狀況。這股寒潮預計將持續到周三（1月24日）和周四早上（1月25日）。
考慮到即將到來的寒冷天氣，社會福利署提醒老年人採取必要的預防措施保護自己。對於脆弱的獨居老人，尤其需要親戚、朋友和鄰居的關心和支持。民政事務處也采取了積極措
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