Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint - A new round of widespread rainfall is expected in the central and eastern regions, with the strongest rainfall coinciding with the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, particularly affecting the Yangtze River basin [1][2][4]. Weather Forecast - From today until June 3, a significant rainfall event will occur across various regions, including parts of Inner Mongolia, Heilongjiang, Xinjiang, Tibet, and others, with some areas experiencing heavy rain or even torrential rain [3][4]. - The Central Meteorological Observatory predicts that the strongest rainfall will occur in the Yangtze River basin during the first two days of the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, with many areas experiencing heavy to torrential rain [6][7]. Temperature Changes - Cold air will impact the eastern Northwest and areas north of the Yangtze River, with temperature drops exceeding 10°C in some regions. For instance, Xi'an's temperature is expected to drop from 35.3°C to around 24°C [5][6]. - In contrast, southern regions will see temperature increases correlated with reduced rainfall, with many areas in Jiangnan and South China expected to exceed 30°C before the new round of rainfall begins [6]. Public Advisory - The public is advised to take precautions against rain and slippery conditions, especially during the holiday period. There is a heightened risk of secondary disasters such as flash floods and mudslides in areas with prolonged rainfall [4][6].

Group 1 - A new round of widespread rainfall is expected in eastern and southern China starting from May 30, with the heaviest rain occurring just before the Dragon Boat Festival [1][2] - The rainfall will significantly lower temperatures in the Yangtze River basin, with some areas experiencing maximum temperatures dropping to just above 20°C [1][8] - The Central Meteorological Observatory predicts that from May 30 to June 3, regions from the northwest to most of the south will experience a new round of precipitation, with heavy rain expected in the Yangtze River basin [2][4] Group 2 - The recent strong rainfall in southern China has begun to recede, with heavy rain recorded in parts of Guangdong and Guangxi, including a local downpour of 270.9 mm in Zhanjiang [2][4] - The upcoming rainfall will affect various regions, including Inner Mongolia, Heilongjiang, Xinjiang, Tibet, and parts of southern China, with some areas expecting heavy rain or even torrential rain [4][6] - The public is advised to take precautions against potential secondary disasters such as mountain floods and mudslides due to the prolonged rainfall in certain areas [7]

Core Points - Southern China is experiencing the strongest period of rainfall, with heavy rain and severe storms expected in several provinces [1][2] - The central and northern regions are also forecasted to receive increased rainfall, with specific areas experiencing moderate to heavy rain [2][3] - A significant drop in temperatures is anticipated in the central and northern regions due to the arrival of cold air and precipitation, with temperature decreases of over 10°C in some areas [6] Summary by Sections Rainfall and Weather Conditions - Southern China has entered the strongest phase of a new round of heavy rainfall, affecting regions such as Anhui, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, and parts of Guangxi [1][2] - The Central Meteorological Observatory predicts moderate to heavy rain in various regions, including the Yellow River basin and southern Jiangsu, with some areas experiencing heavy rain or severe storms [2][3] Temperature Changes - Following a period of high temperatures across northern and central China, a significant cooling trend is expected, with temperature drops of 10°C to 16°C in affected areas [6] - Specific cities like Xi'an and Zhengzhou are forecasted to see their maximum temperatures drop from over 37°C to around 27°C and 25°C, respectively [6] Future Weather Outlook - Rainfall intensity in southern China is expected to decrease in the coming days, with some regions still experiencing moderate to heavy rain [4] - The temperature in northern regions is projected to rise again after a brief cooling period, while southern areas will see slower temperature increases due to ongoing rainfall [6]

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant rainfall across various regions in China, with both southern and northern areas experiencing strong convective rain bands, leading to temporary flooding and alleviating drought conditions in some areas while persisting in others [1][4][6]. Rainfall Data - The article provides specific rainfall measurements, with the highest recorded in Douchang, Jiangxi at 125.7mm, followed closely by Qimen, Anhui at 125.2mm, and Huangshan, Anhui at 124.0mm [2]. Regional Impact - Southern regions such as Guangxi and Guangdong faced short-term heavy rainfall, causing social media discussions, while northern areas like Beijing and Hebei experienced stable rainfall [3]. - The article notes that the recent heavy rainfall has alleviated drought conditions in provinces like Hebei, Anhui, Jiangsu, Shanghai, Hubei, and Guangxi, but drought persists in areas such as Shaanxi, southern Shanxi, Henan, eastern Gansu, and eastern Yunnan [6][9]. Future Weather Outlook - The forecast indicates a reduction in rainfall over the weekend, with northern regions expected to transition to mostly clear weather, while southern areas will continue to experience rain, particularly in parts of Guizhou, Yunnan, and Guangdong [5][8]. - Starting from the 13th, increased rainfall is anticipated in the southwestern region, Jianghan, Jianghuai, Jiangnan, and South China, with potential localized heavy rain [10]. Temperature Changes - The article mentions a drop in maximum temperatures below 20°C in many northern and northeastern areas due to the influence of cold air and precipitation, while a rise in temperatures above 30°C is expected in southern and central regions starting next week [10][12].