Warming Trend Across Taiwan for Mother's Day Weekend, Rain Returns Midweek

The Liberty Times is providing a detailed weather forecast for Taiwan, indicating a pleasant warming trend for Mother's Day weekend, followed by a shift towards increased precipitation. As of May 10th, temperatures are expected to rise, with northern, northeastern, and eastern parts of the island seeing highs between 26-29 degrees Celsius. Central and southeastern areas will be warmer, around 30-31 degrees, while southern regions could reach above 33 degrees Celsius, particularly in plains near mountains or river valleys.

While most of the island is expected to enjoy partly cloudy to sunny skies, localized brief showers are anticipated in the eastern half, the Hengchun Peninsula, and mountainous areas, especially in the afternoon. Air quality is generally good to moderate, with the Kaohsiung-Pingtung area (Gao-Ping) being the only exception, flagged with an "orange alert."

“

The northeast monsoon will weaken during the day, gradually turning to an easterly wind, and temperatures in the north, northeast, and east will rise.

The forecast then shifts significantly starting Monday, May 11th, with a change to southeasterly to southerly winds. This will bring a chance of localized brief showers to the eastern regions and the Hengchun Peninsula, with isolated showers possible in other areas. Temperatures will remain warm, with highs ranging from 28-30 degrees in the north and east to 32-34 degrees in central and southern Taiwan.

The most substantial change is expected from Tuesday, May 12th, when a cold front approaches. This will be followed by a cloud and rain system moving westward from China from Wednesday to Friday (May 13th-15th). This system is predicted to increase moisture across the island, leading to localized brief showers in northern, northeastern, and eastern Taiwan, as well as central mountainous areas. Other regions will likely remain cloudy with a chance of afternoon showers in the mountains. This outlook suggests a return to more unsettled weather after the weekend's warmth.

“

A cold front will affect (Taiwan) on Tuesday, and from Wednesday to Friday, a cloud and rain system will move eastward from China, increasing environmental moisture.