KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 18 — The Meteorological Department (MetMalaysia) expects hot weather and less rain to occur in most areas nationwide, especially in the northern Peninsula, until Sunday (January 25).
Its director-general Mohd Hisham Mohd Anip said based on analysis of weather forecast models, the maximum temperature in some areas is expected to reach 34°C during the period.
"However, thunderstorms with strong winds for a short period of time are still potentially occurring, especially in the western Peninsula in the late afternoon and early evening," he said in a Facebook post today.
Hisham advised the public to always refer to the official MetMalaysia website and social media as well as download the myCuaca application for the latest and most accurate information.
The agency also issued a warning of strong winds and rough seas around the country's waters from January 21 to next Monday (January 25).
Strong northeasterly winds of 40 to 50 kilometres per hour (km/h) with waves of up to 3.5 metres are expected to hit the waters of Condore, north of Bunguran, Reef North, north of Reef South, and Layang-Layang.
"These strong winds and rough sea conditions are dangerous for small boats, marine recreation and sea sports," it said.
Meanwhile, a second category warning was issued for the waters northeast of Condore and northwest of North Reef with strong winds of 50 to 60 km/h with waves of over 4.5 metres.
"These strong winds and rough sea conditions are dangerous for all shipping and coastal activities, including fishing and ferry services," MetMalaysia said.
