Taiwan braces for heat, possible afternoon storms; Typhoon Dolphin far offshore

Taiwan is bracing for a hot and humid day on August 1st, with the Central Weather Administration forecasting highs of 32 to 35 degrees Celsius across the island. The Greater Taipei Basin and mountainous areas in the south could see temperatures soar to around 36 degrees Celsius. Residents are advised to stay hydrated and protect themselves from the sun.

While the day is expected to be mostly sunny with scattered clouds, there's a chance of localized thunderstorms developing in the afternoon, especially in southern regions and mountainous areas. These showers are predicted to be brief and limited in scope.

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The high temperature today will be around 32 to 35 degrees Celsius across the island, with the Greater Taipei Basin and mountainous areas in the south possibly reaching around 36 degrees Celsius.

Looking ahead, the weather pattern is expected to shift. From August 2nd to August 7th, Taiwan will be influenced by a broad low-pressure trough, bringing increased moisture and a chance of rain. Northern areas and parts of the east coast may see scattered showers, while other regions could experience localized thunderstorms, with a possibility of heavier rain in mountainous areas later in the week. Typhoon Dolphin, currently located far to the east of Taiwan, is not expected to impact the island's weather in the short term.

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The 13th strong typhoon, Dolphin, was located 3,900 kilometers east of Taipei at 2 a.m. and is continuing to move northwest-west towards the sea south of Japan and near Ryukyu.