TAIPEI (TVBS News) — The weather across much of Taiwan was cooler on Sunday (Jan. 7) due to the northeast monsoon, primarily affecting the northern and northeastern regions, according to the Central Weather Administration (CWA).
Particularly chilly conditions were felt in Miaoli and Nantou, where temperatures reached lows of 10 degrees Celsius, prompting a cold advisory issued at 6:28 a.m. by the CWA.
Yilan, along with the western half of Taiwan, experienced milder lows between 12 and 16 degrees, while residents of Hualien and Taitung felt temperatures between 17 and 18 degrees. The highest temperatures of the day, ranging between 24 and 26 degrees, were reported in southern and central Taiwan.
Among all counties and cities in Taiwan, the coldest areas were Gongguan Township in Miaoli with 10.2 degrees, Zhongliao Township in Nantou with 10.6, and Fenyuan Township in Changhua County with 11.1.
The European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) suggests that the chill from the northeast monsoon will subside slightly on Monday and Tuesday, although northern regions will remain cool. Warmer daytime temperatures are expected in central and southern regions, though rain seems to be on the horizon.
Wednesday could see a notable drop in temperatures due to an advancing cold front from the mainland, increasing the chances of light, localized showers in the north and east.
From Thursday through election day on Saturday, residents can rest assured of stable and clear weather all around, albeit with a touch of chill in the mornings and nights.
Residents should stay tuned to CWA's special forecasts as the effect of cold air and radiative cooling could result in temperatures under 10 degrees in some flatland regions on Thursday and Friday mornings.