Beijing starts trial heating as rain and snow cool down at the beginning of winter
Quick Look
- Beijing ushered in rain and snow on November 7, the beginning of winter, and some areas issued yellow warnings for heavy snowfall.
- Affected by the cold air, the temperature dropped sharply.
- The local area has started trial heating work, and the transportation department has taken measures to deal with the impact of rain and snow on travel.
AI-generated summary
Why It Matters
The Beginning of Winter solar term marks the transition between autumn and winter. Beijing often experiences a transition from rain to snow and a sudden drop in temperature at this time.
China News Service, Beijing, November 7 (Reporter Chen Hang) Due to the combined influence of cold air and warm and humid airflow, Beijing will usher in significant rain and snow on the 7th day of the winter festival, and is under a yellow warning for heavy snowfall. As the temperature dropped sharply, the local area began to experiment with heating.
The Beijing Meteorological Service Center stated that as we enter the beginning of winter, Beijing’s winter chill gradually appears, and the characteristics of cold, dry, and windy weather are becoming more and more prominent. At this time, precipitation often changes from rain to snow, and pure snowfall occurs earlier in mountainous areas than in urban areas.
On the same day, there was obvious falling snow in the high-altitude mountainous areas in the north and west of Beijing, and light rain occurred in most areas of the plains. In response to this round of "beginning of winter snow" in the northern region, the China Weather Network stated that the beginning of winter is the transition between autumn and winter, and the supply of water vapor is sufficient. Once the cold air moves south at the right time, it will easily trigger a round of heavy snowfall after the collision.
Rain and snow weather bring challenges to citizens’ travel. Two bus lines in Beijing have been suspended, and some trains on suburban railways have been temporarily suspended. Subway stations have strengthened the cleaning of snow and water accumulation at entrances, exits, passages and station squares, promptly laid anti-skid mats and placed anti-skid warning signs, and strengthened passenger flow diversion in key areas to ensure smooth travel for passengers.
The rain and snow in Beijing is expected to last until the 8th, with the lowest temperature dropping to -4℃ at night. The Beijing Municipal Urban Management Committee has required all districts and heating units to strengthen inspections and operation debugging of heating facilities during the trial operation period to prepare for the formal heating supply standards.
What to Watch
AI outlook — possibilities, not facts
Rain and snow will continue until the 8th
Very likely · Within days
Open Questions
- The specific impact of snowfall on traffic
- The specific date for the official heating
