Hey everyone! A serious cold wave is rolling across the Chinese mainland this weekend 🥶. From Friday (Dec 12) to Saturday, central and eastern regions are bracing for temps to dive by 6–10°C, and in some spots, more than 12°C at once!
The National Meteorological Center issued blue warnings for a cold wave, heavy snow, and strong winds. Many areas along the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River—and north of it—will feel the chilliest temps in the past six months ❄️.
Why does this matter beyond China? Global weather patterns are super connected. A strong cold front over the Chinese mainland can shift jet streams, affecting rainfall in India’s Western Ghats or monsoon winds in coastal Southeast Asia 🌧️.
Pro tip: stay warm by layering a light thermal inner layer with a cozy jacket, and keep apps like Windy or AccuWeather handy for real-time updates 📱. If you’re heading north of the Yangtze, don’t forget gloves and a beanie!
We’ll keep you posted with any new advisories. Stay safe, stay warm, and maybe enjoy a hot cup of masala chai or kopi panas to beat the chill ☕😉.
Reference(s):
Cold snap hits China, temperatures to drop by 12C in some areas
cgtn.com
