Taiwan braces for heatwave with temperatures over 36°C and high UV warnings

Taiwan is bracing for a hot Wednesday, with temperatures forecast to soar above 36 degrees Celsius in some areas. The Central Weather Administration predicts sunny to cloudy skies across the island, accompanied by high temperatures. The public is advised to take precautions against the heat and strong ultraviolet (UV) radiation, especially around midday, and to stay hydrated.

Temperatures are generally expected to range between 31 and 35 degrees Celsius, with higher readings anticipated in the Greater Taipei area, near mountains in central and southern regions, and in the Hualien-Taitung valley. The outlying islands of Penghu, Kinmen, and Matsu will also experience warm conditions.

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Wednesday (3rd) will be mostly cloudy to sunny and hot across the island, with temperatures potentially exceeding 36 degrees Celsius in some areas.

Looking ahead to the weekend, weather risk company forecasts indicate unstable weather patterns. A tropical depression approaching from the South China Sea, combined with moisture from the southwest monsoon, is expected to bring scattered showers and thunderstorms. The southern and eastern parts of Taiwan, including the Hengchun Peninsula and Hualien-Taitung, may experience heavier rainfall. Northern and northeastern areas should prepare for potential localized thunderstorms due to unstable atmospheric conditions and daytime heating.

UV index levels are predicted to be excessive in Taichung and Changhua, and reach dangerous levels in other cities and counties on Wednesday. Air quality is expected to be moderate in most areas, with "good" ratings in Hualien-Taitung. Northern and southern regions, along with Matsu and Kinmen, may see "orange alerts," with potential for "red alerts" in localized northern areas.

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UV index levels will be excessive in Taichung City and Changhua County, and reach dangerous levels in other cities and counties.