MetMalaysia forecasts hot, dry conditions nationwide until Jan 25, with temperatures up to 34°C and warnings for strong winds and rough seas
KUALA LUMPUR: The Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) expects hot weather and less rain to occur in most areas nationwide until January 25.
Director-general Dr Mohd Hisham Mohd Anip said the northern Peninsula will be especially affected during this period.
Based on analysis of weather forecast models, the maximum temperature in some areas is expected to reach 34 degrees Celsius.
“However, thunderstorms with strong winds for a short period of time are still potentially occurring, especially in the western Peninsula in the late afternoon and early evening,” he said in a Facebook post.
He advised the public to refer to the official MET Malaysia website and social media for the latest information.
MetMalaysia also issued a warning of strong winds and rough seas around the country’s waters from January 21 to 25.
The department announced that strong northeasterly winds of 40 to 50 kilometres per hour with waves of up to 3.5 metres are expected to hit several waters.
These include the waters of Condore, north of Bunguran, Reef North, north of Reef South and Layang-Layang.
“These strong winds and rough sea conditions are dangerous for small boats, marine recreation and sea sports,” the post said.
A second category warning was issued for the waters northeast of Condore and northwest of North Reef.
This warning is for strong winds of 50 to 60 km/h with waves of over 4.5 metres.
“These strong winds and rough sea conditions are dangerous for all shipping and coastal activities including fishing and ferry services,” according to MetMalaysia.