KUALA LUMPUR: The 2026/2027 Northeast Monsoon (MTL) is expected to begin on Oct 27 and continue until March next year, says Dr Mohd Hisham Mohd Anip.
The Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) director-general said between three and five episodes of continuous heavy rain are expected to affect the country during the initial phase of the monsoon, from November to January.
He said this could cause flooding in low-lying areas and those near rivers.
“Continuous strong northeasterly winds could also cause rough seas and rising sea levels in the South China Sea,” he said in a media statement yesterday.
As the monsoon enters its final phase, from January to March next year, rainfall is expected to decrease, particularly in the northern states of Peninsular Malaysia and in Sabah, Mohd Hisham said, Bernama reported.
He added that El Nino could contribute to hotter and drier conditions, with the potential for more extreme heat as the phenomenon is forecast to intensify to the “Super El Nino” category.
He advised the public to remain prepared for changing weather conditions and to stay alert to weather information, advisories, forecasts and warnings issued by MetMalaysia.
