(Bandar Seri Begawan, 14th) Brunei is currently in the monsoon transition period, which is expected to continue until the end of May 2026. The Brunei Meteorological Department reminds the public that from tonight until the evening of the 18th of this month, active weather conditions are expected in parts of the country, including intermittent heavy rainfall and thunderstorms.
According to a weather advisory issued by the Brunei Meteorological Department (BDMD), during or near periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms, wind speeds may reach up to 45 km/h.
Meanwhile, sea conditions in Brunei’s waters are expected to be moderately choppy overall, with wave heights predicted to be less than 1 meter.
The Meteorological Department urges the public to prepare in advance for potentially severe weather in the coming days, as prolonged heavy rainfall and strong winds may trigger flash floods, landslides, fallen trees, and roofs being blown off.
The authorities also advise the public, road users, and seafarers to closely monitor the latest weather forecasts, advisories, and alerts, and to plan their travel ahead of time to ensure personal safety.
The Meteorological Department stated that it will continue to monitor weather changes nationwide and issue further weather advisories and warnings when necessary.
The public can get the latest weather information through the "Brunei WX" mobile application or call the weather hotline 114 to contact the on-duty meteorologist at the Weather Forecasting Centre.
In addition, the public can visit the Brunei Meteorological Department
official website, or follow its Facebook (@bruneiweather), Instagram (@brunei.weather), Telegram, and WhatsApp "Brunei Weather" official platforms for the latest weather updates.
Meanwhile, sea conditions in Brunei’s waters are expected to be moderately choppy overall, with wave heights predicted to be less than 1 meter.
The Meteorological Department urges the public to prepare in advance for potentially severe weather in the coming days, as prolonged heavy rainfall and strong winds may trigger flash floods, landslides, fallen trees, and roofs being blown off.
The authorities also advise the public, road users, and seafarers to closely monitor the latest weather forecasts, advisories, and alerts, and to plan their travel ahead of time to ensure personal safety.
The Meteorological Department stated that it will continue to monitor weather changes nationwide and issue further weather advisories and warnings when necessary.
The public can get the latest weather information through the "Brunei WX" mobile application or call the weather hotline 114 to contact the on-duty meteorologist at the Weather Forecasting Centre.
In addition, the public can visit the Brunei Meteorological Department
official website, or follow its Facebook (@bruneiweather), Instagram (@brunei.weather), Telegram, and WhatsApp "Brunei Weather" official platforms for the latest weather updates.