The Malaysian Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) has announced that Malaysia may experience the La Nina phenomenon early next year, which could influence the country’s rainfall patterns. However, conditions are expected to return to a neutral phase afterwards.
According to MetMalaysia, its long-term weather outlook for September 2025 to February 2026 shows that most international climate models predict the El Nino Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently in a neutral phase.
At present, Malaysia is in the final phase of the Southwest Monsoon, which typically ends in September. This period is marked by drier weather across many states due to southwesterly winds and lower humidity. More dry days than wet days are expected, alongside the risk of localised and cross-border haze if open burning continues unchecked.
MetMalaysia also highlighted that strong winds are expected to sweep across the country from September 22 to 25, potentially triggering thunderstorms. Certain areas — including western Peninsular Malaysia, northern Sarawak, and western Sabah — are especially vulnerable to “storm lines,” or bands of thunderstorms that can occur during this period.
The agency has urged the public to remain cautious and to follow all weather updates and advisories to ensure preparedness for any eventualities.
Source: Malaymail
