KUALA LUMPUR, February 14 — Malaysia is set to experience drier and hotter conditions as the final phase of the North-east Monsoon winds down, with the dry spell expected to persist until the end of March. Muhammad Helmi Abdullah, the director-general of the Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia), highlighted reduced cloud cover and rainfall in most areas, particularly in the northern regions of the peninsula, including Perak, Pahang, and Kelantan during this period. “This hot weather phenomenon, typical of February to May annually, sees daily maximum temperatures surpassing 35°C in early afternoons,” he stated.
He noted that on February 8, the department recorded a peak temperature of 36.9°C in Chuping, Perlis, attributing the heightened temperatures to the strong El Nino phenomenon. Helmi advised the public to conserve water and limit outdoor activities to mitigate the risks of heat exposure. He emphasized the importance of staying informed about weather updates through official channels like MetMalaysia’s website, the myCuaca app, and its social media platforms, urging vigilance and preparedness in the face of changing weather patterns.
