Published Aug 9, 2026, 9:24 PM ET · Updated 3 months ago · 1 source

Hong Kong records hottest day ever as Typhoon Dolphin fuels heatwave

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Hong Kong records hottest day ever as Typhoon Dolphin fuels heatwave

Hong Kong has officially recorded its highest ever temperature as Typhoon Dolphin swept warm air over the city, the meteorological service said. The city’s weather observatory posted a temperature of 36.9C on Sunday, the highest recorded since records began in 1884, the Hong Kong Observatory said in the afternoon. It's still free to read - this is not a paywall We're committed to keeping our quality reporting open. By registering and providing us with insight in to your preferences, you're helpi