Taipei: Snow fell intermittently on Yushan, Taiwan's highest peak, accumulating to about 5 centimeters, as reported by the Central Weather Administration (CWA). The snowfall, which began on Monday, continued through Wednesday and ceased early Thursday morning due to sub-zero temperatures affecting the peak. According to Focus Taiwan, the CWA has noted that the cold spell is part of a weather system that has lowered temperatures across much of the country. The administration has advised the public to remain cautious of potential icy conditions on mountain roads, emphasizing that snow and frozen precipitation could persist at elevations above 3,500 meters. Despite the cold conditions on Yushan, most of Taiwan is expected to experience a temperature rebound on Thursday. The CWA forecasts daytime temperatures to reach between 23-26 degrees Celsius, while nighttime lows will range from 16 to 18 degrees. However, areas such as the Keelung north coast, Yilan County, and central Taiwan's mountainous regions may enc ounter localized heavy rain, with sporadic showers anticipated in the western half of the island. The CWA predicts that the rain will gradually subside later in the day, though scattered showers could continue in eastern Taiwan and on the Hengchun Peninsula. Independent meteorologist Wu Der-rong has also forecasted a return of wet and chilly weather to northern and eastern Taiwan on Friday, as northeasterly winds gain strength. Over the weekend, some showers are expected in the eastern part of the Greater Taipei region and eastern Taiwan, while northern Taiwan will experience cloudy skies, and sunny weather is forecasted for central and southern regions. Wu predicts temperatures will remain slightly chilly on Saturday, with a rebound expected on Sunday. Looking ahead, another weather front is anticipated to arrive on Tuesday, bringing cooler temperatures and localized showers to northern and eastern Taiwan. Starting Wednesday, conditions are expected to become gradually drier, with more significant differe nces between day and night temperatures.
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