Jiangsu Provincial Meteorological Bureau issued a yellow alert for rainstorms this afternoon. Areas south of Huaihe River are to face a series of rainy days starting today, with heavy and torrential rain battering areas along the Yangtze River and southern Jiangsu. The other areas across the province will be cloudy and overcast with scattered showers or thunderstorms.
Precipitation Forecast Map of Jiangsu Province (8 am, August 11 to 8 am, August 14)
Daily Suzhou Weather Report
August 12
Heavy and torrential rain is expected in areas along the Yangtze River and southern Jiangsu with some areas hit by downpours. The other areas in the province will be cloudy and overcast with scattered thunderstorms.
August 13
The province will be overcast with showers and thunderstorms while areas along the Yangtze River and southern Jiangsu may face moderate to heavy rain.
August 14 and 15
Showers and thunderstorms will linger in areas along the Yangtze River and southern Jiangsu.
The rain has already arrived in Suzhou. There will be moderate to heavy rain starting this afternoon. The city is expected to face torrential downpours in the next two days with severe convective weather including thunderstorms and strong winds. Residents are advised to reduce outdoor activities and stay alert.
