The area of low pressure over the northern part of the South China Sea has moved to within 100 kilometres south of Hong Kong. However, its structure remains relatively loose. Winds and convections are relatively weak near its centre. It has not yet reached the intensity of a tropical cyclone. According to the present forecast, the area of low pressure will move northwest in the general direction of the vicinity of the Pearl River Estuary this morning. As the area of low pressure edges closer to Hong Kong, winds may slightly strengthen over parts of the territory. The Observatory will closely monitor its development and movement, and the change in local wind conditions, for assessing the need of issuing tropical cyclone warning signals. Members of the public please pay attention to the latest weather information from the Observatory.
Since the rainbands associated with the area of low pressure are mainly located to its southern side, heavy showers and squally thunderstorms are expected to affect Hong Kong during the day today. There may be a need to issue rainstorm warning signals or Localised Heavy Rain Advisory by then. Flooding may occur in some low-lying areas. Under the influence of an active southwesterly airstream, showers will be heavier in some areas at first tomorrow (15 July) and there will still be occasional strong winds offshore.
Issued at 03:40 HKT 14/Jul/2026
