The Observatory said on Sunday it will consider replacing the Strong Wind Signal No 3 with the Strong Monsoon Signal between 3 pm and 6 pm.

This comes as tropical depression Wutip further weakens as it continues to move northwards.

"Local winds will still be strong this afternoon, occasionally up to gale force on high ground," the Observatory said. "But winds will moderate progressively."

The forecasters said the public should remain on alert, as there will occasional be heavy showers over the coast of Guangdong on Monday and Tuesday.