meteorological

As far as the meteorological calendar is concerned, we are still counting down the final days of autumn, notable this year for its vibrant autumn colours and changeable, whiplash-like weather patterns.

It quoted the country's meteorological organisation as saying rainfall had decreased by about 89 percent this year compared with the long-term average.

The Philippines' meteorological service had earlier warned of destructive winds and "high-risk of life-threatening" storm surges from the "very intense" typhoon.

The country's meteorological service had earlier warned of destructive winds and "high-risk of life-threatening" storm surges from the "very intense" typhoon.

Iran's meteorological officials say no rainfall is expected over the next 10 days.