Following the passage of the “立冬 (Beginning of Winter)” solar term, temperatures in Guangdong province have continued to rise steadily. As of November 9th, the summer season in Guangzhou has already lasted for 231 days this year, possibly surpassing the record of 234 days set back in 1994, making it the “longest summer” since 1961.
According to the Guangzhou Meteorological Bureau, on November 9th at 14:00, the highest temperature in Guangdong exceeded 30°C. It is forecasted that starting from November 10th, the lowest temperature in Guangzhou will drop back to the “20s”. From November 10th to the 16th, the daily low temperatures in the city are expected to range between 20°C to 21°C, while the daily high temperatures will be between 26°C to 29°C.
Statistically speaking, by November 9th, Guangzhou has experienced a summer lasting 231 days this year. With the warming trend following the “Beginning of Winter,” Guangzhou is likely to break the record of 234 summer days set in 1994, becoming the “longest summer” since 1961.
Local internet users in Guangdong have voiced their thoughts on the prolonged heat, with comments such as, “It’s already ‘Beginning of Winter,’ but it feels more like ‘Beginning of Summer.'” “It’s unbearable hot!” “Got heatstroke while hiking today.” “Next week it’s gonna be over thirty degrees, truly mind-boggling, challenging my perception.” “Except for some slight coolness in the mornings and evenings, it’s all about shorts and short sleeves throughout the day…”
Some netizens humorously remarked, “While you’re wearing fur coats up north, I’m here in the south, showing off my waist.”
The unexpected extension of the summer season has brought both challenges and amusement to the residents of Guangdong, as they navigate through the unseasonably warm temperatures amidst the onset of winter.