China's weather authorities have issued a yellow alert, marking what's known as "Dog days" - the hottest days of summer.
On Tuesday, a heat wave is predicted to hit the eastern parts of north China, most parts of Huanghuai and the central and western parts of Jianghuai, with temperatures rising to around 37 degrees celsius in some regions.
While the central and southern parts of Hebei Province, Turpan Basin and Tarim Basin are expected to see temperatures soar and settle at 40 degrees Celsius.
Earlier, Bo-yee Poon from the China Meteorological Administration told us there may be some respite after Tuesday.