Hong Kong recorded its highest ever official temperature of 36.9C on Sunday, breaking a record stretching back to 1884, as Typhoon Dolphin swept warm air over the city.
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Key facts
- Hong Kong recorded 36.9C on Sunday, its highest official temperature on record.
- The record surpasses any figure since the observatory's records began in 1884, 142 years ago.
- Typhoon Dolphin swept warm air over the city, driving the intense heat.
- The Hong Kong Observatory announced the figure on Sunday afternoon.
Hong Kong has officially recorded its highest ever temperature, according to the Guardian, citing the city’s meteorological service. The Hong Kong Observatory posted a temperature of 36.9C on Sunday, the highest recorded since the city’s records began in 1884.
The observatory announced the figure on Sunday afternoon, noting it marked a new peak in a record that spans 142 years. The previous benchmarks had stood since the observatory first began keeping temperature data in the 19th century.
The record heat came as Typhoon Dolphin swept warm air over the city, the meteorological service said. The storm was described as driving intense heat across the wider region.
The Guardian reported that the storm’s movement contributed directly to the surge in temperatures felt across Hong Kong on Sunday.
The Hong Kong Observatory confirmed the 36.9C reading as the city’s highest official temperature since records began, underscoring the significance of the day’s conditions.
Why it matters
Record-breaking temperatures in a densely populated city like Hong Kong raise concerns about heat-related health risks and the strain on infrastructure. The link between an approaching typhoon and extreme heat highlights how severe weather events can compound to create dangerous conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What temperature did Hong Kong record?
The Hong Kong Observatory recorded 36.9C on Sunday, the city's highest official temperature since records began.
When did Hong Kong's temperature records begin?
According to the Hong Kong Observatory, the city's records began in 1884, 142 years ago.
What caused the record heat?
The meteorological service said Typhoon Dolphin swept warm air over the city, driving intense heat across the region.
Timeline
- Hong Kong records hottest day ever as Typhoon Dolphin fuels heatwave
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