The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has forecast significant weather over the next two days, Monday and Tuesday, particularly affecting several states along the west and southern coasts of Peninsular Malaysia.
MetMalaysia Director-General Dr. Mohd. Hisham Mohd. Anip said the conditions are expected to increase humidity, leading to heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms over an extended period.
“This forecast is based on the latest weather models showing a convergence of westerly and easterly winds across the Peninsula from February 16 to 17,” he explained in a statement today.
Members of the public are advised to regularly check www.met.gov.my, follow MetMalaysia’s official social media channels, and download the myCuaca app for the latest verified updates.
Meanwhile, MetMalaysia reported that Sabah and Sarawak are expected to experience heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds in several areas until 4 pm today.
In Sarawak, affected areas include Kuching (Lundu), Sri Aman, Sibu (Selangau), Mukah, Kapit (Song and Kapit), Bintulu, Miri (Subis), and Limbang.
In Sabah, heavy rainfall and storms are forecast for the interior (Kuala Penyu and Beaufort), west coast (Papar, Putatan, Penampang, Kota Kinabalu, Tuaran, and Kota Belud), Tawau (Tawau and Semporna), Sandakan (Telupid and Sandakan), and Kudat.
