Heavy afternoon storms expected as heat persists:
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Afternoon Storms and Persistent Heat in TaiwanWestern Taiwan faces heavy rain today amid a heatwave with temperatures exceeding 36°C and high UV levels.
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- Strong afternoon showers and thunderstorms are expected in western Taiwan due to incoming moist air and unstable weather.
- Temperatures remain above 36°C under a Pacific high pressure system, triggering an orange heat alert in Taipei and Pingtung.
- Daytime heat ranges between 34°C to 35°C in the west and 31°C to 32°C in the east, with UV radiation reaching dangerous levels around noon.
- Air quality is generally fair to good, while the weekend forecast predicts continued hot conditions up to 38°C.
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