MetMalaysia: Wind convergence to bring thunderstorms, heavy rain to most peninsular states from Nov 15 to 17

Thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected in most states in Peninsular Malaysia from November 15 to 17, according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department. — Picture by Hari Anggara

First Published: Saturday, 14 Nov 2026 9:16 AM MYT

KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 14 — Thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds are expected in most states in Peninsular Malaysia from November 15 to 17, according to the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia).

Its director-general, Dr Mohd Hisham Mohd Anip, said this was based on an analysis of the latest weather forecast models, which indicated that a convergence of winds was expected during the period.

“This situation could bring thunderstorms accompanied by heavy rain and strong winds over a longer duration in most states in Peninsular Malaysia,” he said in a statement posted on MetMalaysia’s Facebook page.

In this regard, Mohd Hisham advised the public to regularly refer to the department’s website at www.met.gov.my and its official social media platforms, as well as download the myCuaca application for the latest and verified information.

In a related development, MetMalaysia has issued a thunderstorm, heavy rain and strong wind warning for five states until 11 o’clock last night.

The warning covers Kota Tinggi and Kluang in Johor, as well as Hulu Perak and Kuala Kangsar in Perak.

Similar warnings have also been issued for Padang Terap, Sik and Baling in Kedah, and Kuala Terengganu, Kuala Nerus, Setiu and Besut in Terengganu.

In Sarawak, the affected areas are Kapit, Bintulu, Mukah, Sibu, Sarikei, Betong (Kabong and Saratok), as well as Miri (Subis, Miri and Beluru). — Bernama