A rainy week ahead!Two cold fronts to bring chill and low temperatures this weekend

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Affected by the first strong continental cold front moving southward, temperatures across Taiwan are generally low, with this front expected to influence conditions until early Tuesday morning; the second strong continental cold front will affect Taiwan on the evening of Wednesday, and this cold front is projected to continue influencing conditions until Sunday, February 4, intensifying into a cold surge level on Saturday and Sunday.

The weather bureau also issued special warnings for heavy rain and strong winds. As a cloud and rain mass from southern China moves eastward, there is a chance of localized heavy rainfall in Keelung’s northern coast and Orchid Island areas from the 28th to the 29th. Be cautious of sudden downpours and strong gusts.

The weekly weather outlook shows that northern Miaoli and eastern regions will experience rainy weather from Monday to Sunday. Temperatures from Monday to Thursday will be around 11–16°C, then begin to drop after Friday, with weekend temperatures around 10°C, possibly as low as 8°C.

Central Taiwan has a chance of rain from Monday to Thursday, with temperatures around 13–20°C. From Friday onward, skies will be cloudy but dry, though temperatures will drop another 2–3°C, reaching their coldest on Saturday and Sunday, with temperatures around 8–13°C.

Southern Taiwan will see rain on Monday and Tuesday, then gradually clear starting Wednesday, with average temperatures between 13–21°C. Pingtung may reach up to 25°C. Weekend temperatures will be cooler, ranging between 11–19°C. Be mindful of large day-night temperature differences across Taiwan; dress warmly in the mornings and evenings, and those with cardiovascular conditions should prepare for the cold in advance.
 

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