Intense rainfall anticipated on Sunday in Hong Kong, following Saturday's downpour, according to weather forecasters.
On Sunday, August 10, 2025, Hong Kong residents can expect hot weather with sunny periods and isolated showers, according to the latest forecast. However, a weather warning for heavy showers and potential thunderstorms remains in effect, posing a risk for the city.
The Hong Kong Observatory has issued this warning, advising the public to be on alert for potential heavy rain and thunderstorms. As a precaution, the Leisure and Cultural Services Department has hoisted red flags at several beaches in Hong Kong, including Deep Water Bay Beach on Hong Kong Island, Hap Mun Bay Beach in Sai Kung district, and Hap Mun Bay Beach in Sai Kung district. Swimming is prohibited at these beaches due to the weather warning.
The heavy rain and thunderstorms are developing in the vicinity of the Pearl River Delta. The thunderstorm warning issued on Saturday remains in effect on Sunday until at least 12.30pm. The weather forecaster has warned that the thunderstorm warning may continue to affect Hong Kong for a significant part of Sunday.
The warning comes a day after Hong Kong experienced a black rainstorm, its second in a week. The heavy showers are due to the influence of an active southwest monsoon, which, although moderating, together with upper-air disturbances, has been causing heavy showers and squally thunderstorms in the region during the surrounding days.
Although the weather forecast for Sunday suggests reduced likelihood of severe rainstorm warnings, it is important for the public to remain vigilant and follow safety measures. The red flags hoisted at the beaches serve as a reminder to avoid swimming in the affected areas. It is worth noting that these warnings are public service announcements and not the result of any specific advertisement.
Subscribing to the South China Morning Post (SCMP) is encouraged but not necessary to access this specific weather warning. The updated app of SCMP offers a seven-day free trial for new users. The SCMP has been providing regular updates on the weather situation in Hong Kong, keeping the public informed about any potential risks and safety measures.
The public is advised to stay updated on the weather situation and follow the advice of the Hong Kong Observatory and the Leisure and Cultural Services Department to ensure safety during this weather warning.
The Weather Forecast for Sunday suggests that environmental-science students studying meteorology might find an interesting case study in the predicted hot weather, sunny periods, isolated showers, and potential heavy rain and thunderstorms in Hong Kong. Moreover, the thunderstorm warning, which remains in effect in the region, could provide additional data for their research on the impact of such weather events on the city's environment.
