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FORECAST OF SIGNIFICANT WEATHER WITH MONSOON RETREAT UNTIL JANUARY 11

06/01/2026 10:38 PM

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 6 (Bernama) -- The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has forecast significant weather with the monsoon retreat expected to continue until January 11.

MetMalaysia in a statement said the situation has the potential to bring continuous heavy rain in the eastern Peninsular Malaysia and western Sarawak, as well as strong winds and rough seas in the South China Sea during that period.

“In this regard, a Continuous Rain Warning (Alert) has been issued for the states of Terengganu, northern Kelantan and eastern Pahang effective until Jan 8 2026, eastern Johor effective from Jan 7 to 8 2026.

“Meanwhile for western Sarawak effective from Jan 9 to 10 2026, a strong wind and rough sea warning has also been updated effective until Jan 8 2026 for the South China Sea,” the statement said.

The public is advised to always refer to the website www.met.gov.my and the official social media of MET Malaysia as well as download the myCuaca application for the latest and most accurate information.

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