Observatory records autumn low of 23.3 degree Celsius

The Hong Kong Observatory recorded a minimum temperature of 23.2 degrees Celsius this morning, setting the lowest reading since the start of autumn this year.

Temperatrues in urban areas are expected to drop further tonight, with a minimum of around 16 degrees tomorrow morning.

As the weather turns cooler, many were seen in extra layers this morning.

The Hong Kong Observatory recorded a temperature of 23.2 degree Celsius at 7:40am, setting the lowest reading since the start of autumn this year.

The Observatory says a strong northeast monsoon associated with a cold front is affecting the coast of Guangdong.

It will still be windy and appreciably cooler with a minimum temperature of 16 degrees tomorrow morning.

It will still be cool in the New Territories on Wednesday morning.

The temperature difference between day and night will be rather large.

The Observatory states that strong winds are expected from the north, reminding members of the public to beware of the possible danger brought by rough seas.

It also urges the public to stay alert to the weather changes, keep warm and care for the elderly and those with chronic medical conditions.

Under the influence of upper-air disturbances, it will be cloudier with a few showers over southern China in the weekend, with temperatures reaching a high of 28 degrees.