Beijing experiences its chilliest December ever recorded

Beijing, the capital of China, has encountered its chilliest December since historical records began back in 1951. Throughout this month, the temperatures in the city have persistently dropped below -10 degrees Celsius. It has been a year of contrasting weather in the capital, as just six months ago, Beijing experienced its hottest June day ever recorded, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius. This winter, China has faced multiple waves of intensely cold weather. Additionally, parts of northern Japan have been struck by heavy snowfall, while South Korea has been relentlessly combating freezing temperatures. The situation in North Korea remains uncertain, and it is unknown how its inhabitants are managing amidst the extreme weather conditions.