Today is the first day after the holiday. According to the Chengdu Meteorological Observatory: The city is expected to have cloudy to overcast skies with scattered showers during the day on the 9th, with temperatures ranging from 20 to 28°C. In the central urban area, it will be cloudy to overcast with scattered showers, temperatures between 21 and 28°C, and generally comfortable conditions.

However, the comfortable weather won’t last long as a cooling trend is about to begin! Over the next three days, the city will experience mainly cloudy to overcast weather with scattered showers. The maximum temperatures will be 27°C, 25°C, and 23°C respectively.

Meanwhile, a significant cooling and precipitation process is on its way to Sichuan. Meteorological observations show that over the past 10 days, some areas in northeastern Sichuan have accumulated over 300mm of rainfall, significantly more than the same period in previous years. During the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday period, the average temperature across Sichuan province was 20.5°C, notably 3.2°C higher than the same period in previous years, ranking as the third highest in historical records for this period. The western Sichuan plateau and Panxi region experienced even more pronounced temperature increases. The province received 22.5mm of precipitation, 8% more than the same period in previous years.

Starting yesterday, China entered the Cold Dew solar term. As a deep autumn season, Cold Dew often brings cold air moving southward, significant temperature differences between day and night, and obvious autumn dryness. Sichuan is currently experiencing a round of cooling and rainfall.

According to forecasts, over the next 10 days, the Sichuan Basin will continue to experience frequent rainfall, with precipitation significantly higher than the same period in previous years. The main rainfall periods will concentrate from the 10th to the 13th. From October 11th to 13th, the entire province will experience a significant cooling and precipitation weather process. The average daily temperature in the basin will drop by 4-7°C cumulatively, with some areas experiencing drops of 8°C or more. During the cold air influence, there will be northerly winds of 4-6 levels, with some areas reaching level 7 or higher. Rainfall will generally be light to moderate, with some areas in Guangyuan, Mianyang, Deyang, Bazhong, Dazhou, Guang’an, Nanchong, Suining, and Ziyang experiencing heavy rain to torrential rain, with some locations seeing severe downpours. The western Sichuan plateau and Panxi region will have light rain with some moderate rain, and temperatures will drop by 2-4°C.

From the evening of October 8th to the morning of October 11th, the western and northern parts of the basin will experience frequent showers or thunderstorms, with some areas having moderate to heavy rain and localized torrential rain on the 11th. The western Sichuan plateau and Panxi region will have scattered showers or thunderstorms.

During the daytime today, the western basin will be cloudy to overcast with scattered showers or thunderstorms, with some areas in Guangyuan, Mianyang, and Bazhong experiencing moderate rain. The rest of the basin will be cloudy. The western Sichuan plateau and Panxi region will be cloudy to overcast with scattered showers or thunderstorms.

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From the evening of the 9th to the morning of the 10th, the western basin will be overcast to cloudy with showers or thunderstorms, with some areas experiencing moderate to heavy rain and isolated torrential downpours. The rest of the basin

Chengdu Meteorological Observatory

The Chengdu Meteorological Observatory is a modern facility responsible for weather monitoring, forecasting, and research in the Chengdu region. While the specific observatory building itself may not have a long, storied history, it represents the ongoing scientific development of meteorology in China, which has evolved significantly from ancient weather observation methods to today’s advanced technological systems. Its primary role is to provide critical data for public safety, agriculture, and urban planning in Sichuan province.

Sichuan

Sichuan is a southwestern Chinese province renowned for its spicy and flavorful cuisine, most famously the Sichuan pepper. Historically, it was the heart of the ancient Shu and Ba kingdoms and later became a vital cultural and agricultural center. The region is also home to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding and the monumental Dujiangyan irrigation system, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back over 2,200 years.

National Day

«National Day» is not a specific place or cultural site, but a holiday celebrated by many nations to commemorate a significant event in their history, such as independence or the founding of the republic. For example, France’s Bastille Day (July 14) marks the start of the French Revolution, while the United States’ Independence Day (July 4) celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. These days are typically observed with patriotic displays, parades, and public ceremonies.

Mid-Autumn Festival

The Mid-Autumn Festival is a major harvest festival celebrated in many East Asian cultures, with its origins dating back over 3,000 years to moon worship in China’s Shang Dynasty. It traditionally honors the harvest and symbolizes family reunion, with the full moon representing completeness. Today, it is marked by family gatherings, eating mooncakes, and lighting lanterns.

Cold Dew solar term

The Cold Dew is not a physical place but a solar term in the traditional Chinese lunisolar calendar, marking the time around October 8th when temperatures drop significantly and dew becomes colder, nearly turning to frost. Historically, it signals the key agricultural period for harvesting late rice and planting winter wheat in northern China. This term reflects the ancient Chinese practice of closely observing seasonal changes to guide farming and daily life.

Sichuan Basin

The Sichuan Basin is a fertile lowland region in southwestern China, historically known as a productive agricultural heartland and an independent cultural center. It was the location of the ancient states of Ba and Shu, which were later incorporated into China during the Qin dynasty. The basin’s unique culture is preserved today in its distinctive Sichuan cuisine and its use as a refuge for the Chinese government during World War II.

western Sichuan plateau

The Western Sichuan Plateau, part of the eastern Tibetan Plateau, is a high-altitude region historically inhabited by Tibetan and Qiang peoples. It has long been a crossroads for trade and cultural exchange along ancient tea-horse routes. Today, it is renowned for its stunning natural landscapes, including the Gongga Mountains and Tagong Grasslands, which draw visitors to its unique highland ecosystems.

Panxi region

The Panxi region, located in Sichuan Province, China, is a geographically and culturally significant area nestled in the Hengduan Mountains. Historically, it formed a crucial part of the ancient Southern Silk Road, facilitating trade and cultural exchange for centuries. Today, it is renowned for its rich ethnic diversity, primarily the Yi people, and its spectacular natural landscapes of deep river valleys and towering peaks.