A notable temperature drop in Japan is expected on Monday following a warm weekend, with snow accumulation forecasted in the Kanto region, including Tokyo. Heavy snowfall is anticipated in mountainous areas, and residents are urged to stay updated on weather conditions, particularly regarding potential transportation disruptions.
Japan is set to experience a significant drop in temperatures on Monday, following a warm weekend. Snow accumulation is expected in the Kanto region, including Tokyo, potentially disrupting transportation networks. This follows unseasonably high temperatures, with Kyushu and Okinawa seeing highs exceeding 25 degrees Celsius, as recorded in Miyazaki Prefecture, where temperatures reached 27.1 degrees.
Weather forecasts indicate a return of winter conditions with a front situated off the southern coast of Honshu bringing rain and snow across eastern and western Japan. Heavy snowfall is anticipated in the mountainous areas of the Kanto-Koshin region, with low-lying regions in the southern Kanto, including the 23 wards of Tokyo, likely to see up to three centimeters of snow.
In the next 24 hours, snow accumulation may reach up to 25 centimeters in the Koshin region and 20 centimeters in northern Kanto’s mountainous areas. The plains of northern Kanto, along with areas from Hakone to Tama and Chichibu, may also receive up to five centimeters. The weather front is forecasted to shift temporarily southward before returning north due to a low-pressure system offshore.
As heavy snow is expected to recur in mountainous regions on Tuesday afternoon and into Wednesday, officials are advising residents to remain vigilant regarding potential traffic disruptions. It is imperative for individuals to monitor weather updates and utilize appropriate tire equipment if driving on snowy roads. Additionally, those residing along Honshu’s Sea of Japan coast should be cautious of landslides resulting from melting snow due to previously accumulated snowfall.
In summary, a sharp temperature decline is anticipated across Japan, with snowfall likely in the Kanto region, including Tokyo, commencing Monday. Heavy snow is particularly expected in mountainous areas, and transportation may be severely impacted. Authorities recommend vigilance regarding weather updates and preparedness for potential landslides in areas with existing snow accumulation.
Original Source: www3.nhk.or.jp
