Rain to sweep north China

BEIJING - Most parts in north China will see moderate to heavy rain from Sunday to Monday, the country's meteorological authority forecasted.

Some areas will be hit by torrential rain, along with occasional thunderstorms and strong gales. The maximum precipitation is expected at 60 mm, according to the National Meteorological Center.

In Beijing, rainfall is predicted at Sunday night to Monday morning, which will likely disrupt traffic in the morning peak, the center warned.

Meanwhile, most areas in Yunnan province will continue to see moderate to heavy rain in the coming three days that would bring risks of geological disasters.

The provinces of Sichuan, Shaanxi, Shanxi and Hubei will remain in scorching heat, with the maximum temperature in some areas to reach 40 degrees Celsius.