MetMalaysia: Thunderstorms expected for next few days due to monsoon transition phase

PETALING JAYA: Thunderstorms with heavy rain and strong winds have been forecast to hit states on the west coast and interior of the Peninsula, western Sabah and western and central Sarawak over the next few days.

In a statement Friday (March 11), the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) said the storms would usually occur in the afternoon and early evening.

It also advised the public to always be vigilant in case of flash floods.

It said the region was experiencing a monsoon transition phase from March 14 until the middle of May.

The beginning of this phase signals the end of the north-east monsoon season which began on Nov 3.

“During this transition period, the region will receive weak winds from various directions which are very suitable for thunderstorms that usually bring heavy rain and strong winds in a short period of time,” the statement read.

To get updated weather forecasts and warnings issued by MetMalaysia, the public may refer to the agency’s website (pls hyperlink "website" to: https://www.met.gov.my/), myCuaca mobile application and its official social media platforms.

They can also call the department’s hotline at 1-300-22-1638 for further enquiries.