After days of sweltering heat, Dongguan's weather is about to take a dramatic turn. A tropical depression formed over the central South China Sea on June 10 is expected to strengthen into Typhoon No.1 of 2025, with its landfall likely near western Guangdong or southern Hainan around June 13.

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While the storm's arrival signals a late start to this year's typhoon season, typically beginning around March, it's shaping up to be a powerful one, reaching wind speeds of Level 10 to 12.

From June 13 to 15, the approaching typhoon is forecast to trigger the heaviest rainfall event Guangdong has seen this season so far, bringing widespread precipitation and a noticeable drop in temperatures across much of the province.

Starting June 13, Dongguan will begin to feel the effects of the typhoon's outer bands. Heavy rain, gusty winds, and even localized torrential downpours are expected through June 15. The heat is expected to ease.

Dongguan Weather

June 11: Cloudy with thunderstorms, some heavy rain. 28–35°C. Light easterly winds.

June 12: Cloudy, scattered thunderstorms. 27–34°C. Light northeast winds.

June 13: Cloudy to overcast, moderate to heavy rain, isolated downpours. 27–32°C. Southeast winds, gusts up to 5–6.

June 14: Overcast, heavy to torrential rain. 26–30°C. Strong south winds, gusts up to 7–9.

June 15: Overcast, heavy rain likely. 26–32°C. South winds, gusts around 7.

June 16: Cloudy to overcast, thunderstorms possible. 26–33°C. Light south winds.

While the typhoon itself may not make landfall in Dongguan, its impact will be felt citywide. Residents are advised to prepare for potential strong winds, heavy rain, and traffic disruptions, especially during the key period of June 13–15.