Hunan faces continuous rainfall and persistent low temperatures spanning November 6 to 8, 2026, with heavy downpours striking multiple regions, according to weather monitoring data. Central and northern parts of the province recorded moderate to heavy rain over a 24-hour period, with localized severe storms. Huaihua City’s Xupu County, specifically Guanyinge Town, registered the highest precipitation at 70.2 millimeters between 7 a.m. yesterday and 7 a.m. today.
Rainfall Intensity and Regional Projections Across Hunan
Weather authorities report that today’s rainfall will ease slightly before intensifying again. Central Hunan is expected to see cloudy skies with moderate to heavy rain, while other areas experience light to moderate showers, alongside general maximum temperatures of 16°C to 21°C. By tomorrow, precipitation expands significantly across northern and central Hunan. Heavy downpours are forecast for parts of northern Huaihua, northern Xiangxi Prefecture, Zhangjiajie, northern Yiyang, and northern Yueyang. Meanwhile, southern Hunan will reach maximum temperatures of 18°C to 21°C, while remaining regions stay cooler at 15°C to 17°C.
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High Winds and Divergent Outlets Frame Cold Conditions
Strong winds accompany the drop in temperatures. Northern Hunan winds are set to increase from 2 to 3 levels up to 4 to 5 levels, with localized gusts reaching 7 to 9 levels. The following day, northwest Hunan will transition from light-to-moderate rain to cloudy skies, while southern Huaihua, southern Shaoyang, and northern Yongzhou experience localized heavy rain. Northerly winds will maintain speeds of 4 to 5 levels with 7 to 9 level gusts, and maximum temperatures will dip to 12°C to 17°C in most areas outside southern Hunan.
Changsha meteorological projections track heavy downpours arriving around November 7 alongside a cold front and wind shear line, driving temperatures down before clearing skies emerge by November 9 and 10.
Rainfall totals and expected wind gusts across Hunan
What was the highest rainfall recorded during the initial 24-hour monitoring window?
The highest rainfall reached 70.2 millimeters at Guanyinge Town in Xupu County, Huaihua, according to meteorological monitoring data gathered between 7 a.m. yesterday and 7 a.m. today.
How strong are the winds expected to get across Hunan over the next three days?
Winds in northern Hunan will increase from 2 to 3 levels to 4 to 5 levels, with localized gusts reaching 7 to 9 levels. Similar 4 to 5 level north winds and 7 to 9 level localized gusts are projected to persist into the following days.
What temperature ranges are forecast for Hunan outside of the southern region?
Maximum temperatures across most other regions will generally range from 15°C to 17°C, dropping further to 12°C to 17°C by the subsequent day as cold conditions continue.
How are you adjusting your travel plans and daily routines to cope with the prolonged damp chill and strong wind gusts?
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