Johor and Melaka could get up to 40% less rainfall during Northeast Monsoon due to El Niño: Malaysia Met department
Malaysia's meteorological department warns that the southern states of Johor and Melaka may receive 20 to 40 percent less rainfall during the upcoming Northeast Monsoon because of an El Niño event. A super El Niño is expected to develop from November through January, bringing higher temperatures and a risk of transboundary haze. The agency also notes that temperatures could exceed 35 °C between February and May, potentially surpassing the historic 40.1 °C record.
- ▪Johor and Melaka could see a 20‑40% reduction in rainfall during the Northeast Monsoon due to El Niño, according to MetMalaysia.
- ▪A super El Niño is forecast to develop in November and last until January, bringing hotter weather and reduced rainfall.
- ▪Temperatures may exceed 35 °C from February to May, with a possible record‑breaking high above 40.1 °C if the El Niño intensifies.
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