Hong Kong Registers Second-Highest Temperatures Ever Recorded in 2023

According to a preliminary assessment by the World Meteorological Organization, 2023 is expected to be the hottest year on record globally.

The year was marked by extreme weather events such as heatwaves, droughts, floods, and powerful tropical cyclones, causing widespread destruction. One notable finding was the continuous rise in global mean sea levels, posing a significant threat to coastal communities.

The Arctic also experienced a significant loss of sea ice, contributing to rising sea levels and disrupting ecosystems. Heatwaves affected various regions, leading to health risks, agricultural challenges, and infrastructure issues. Droughts and heavy rainfall triggered water scarcity, crop failures, and flooding in several areas.

Tropical cyclones caused severe damage and loss of life in multiple countries. Wildfires were rampant in Greece, Hawaii, and Canada, fueled by dry conditions and high temperatures. In Hong Kong, 2023 was the second warmest year on record, with above-average temperatures throughout the year.

The city experienced a dry spring and summer followed by a wet autumn, resulting in record-breaking precipitation. Despite fewer tropical cyclones than usual, the impact of rising temperatures was evident.

香港录得 2023 年有记录以来第二高气温

根据世界气象组织的初步评估，2023年预计将是全球有记录以来最热的一年。

这一年发生了热浪、干旱、洪水和强大热带气旋等极端天气事件，造成了大范围的破坏。 一项值得注意的发现是全球平均海平面持续上升，对沿海社区构成重大威胁。

北极海冰也大量减少，导致海平面上升并破坏生态系统。 热浪影响了多个地区，导致健康风险、农业挑战和基础设施问题。 干旱和强降雨导致一些地区缺水、农作物歉收和洪水。

热带气旋在多个国家造成严重破坏和人员伤亡。 由于干燥和高温，希腊、夏威夷和加拿大野火猖獗。 在香港，2023 年是有记录以来第二热的一年，全年气温高于平均水平。

该市经历了干燥的春季和夏季，随后是潮湿的秋季，导致降水量破纪录。 尽管热带气旋比平时少，但气温上升的影响还是很明显。