Shaanxi province will experience widespread rain, snow, high winds, and a sharp drop in temperatures starting the night of November 14, according to China Weather Network.
While daytime conditions across most of the region remained clear to cloudy, meteorologists recorded temperatures ranging from 16.8℃ to 18℃ across national meteorological stations on November 13, according to Sohu.
The Shaanxi Meteorological Observatory issued a major weather bulletin detailing a multi-day system lasting from November 14 to November 18. Daily average temperatures in northern Shaanxi are projected to plummet by 10℃ to 14℃, while Guanzhong and southern Shaanxi will see drops of 6℃ to 10℃, meeting criteria for a cold wave in multiple areas, ifeng.com reported.
The primary precipitation window spans November 15 and November 16. Northern Shaanxi, southern parts of the region, and northern Guanzhong will experience rain mixing with sleet or transitioning into moderate-to-heavy snow.
The Qinling Mountains face the most severe impacts, with forecasts pointing to moderate-to-heavy snow and localized blizzards. High-altitude areas in Xi’an districts such as Chang’an, Huxian, Lantian, and Zhouzhi, along with parts of Baoji and Weinan, expect heavy to severe snowfall accumulations, according to ifeng.com.
On November 17, northern winds of 4 to 5 power will sweep across the province. Sustained gusts could exceed 7 level, while localized mountain passes in the Qinling range may experience extreme 9 level gusts.
The cold snap bottoms out on the morning of November 18. Northern Shaanxi, northern Guanzhong, and the Qinling Mountains will register lows between -10℃ and -6℃, with isolated pockets plunging past -14℃, Sohu reported. Frost conditions will affect those same highland zones from November 16 to November 18.
Transportation authorities warn that wet, icy roads and low visibility will heighten accident risks along major regional arteries, including the G5 Jingkun and G65 Baomao highways. Officials advise drivers to reduce speeds and maintain safe following distances as the storm system develops.
