The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has issued a weather forecast for Jakarta and its surrounding areas for Saturday, May 16. Residents across the capital and the greater metropolitan region should prepare for rainy conditions throughout the day.
According to an announcement from the Jakarta Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) via their official X account, rain is expected to fall across all regions of Jakarta. The precipitation is forecasted to remain at a light intensity, providing a gentle start to the weekend.
In addition to the capital, surrounding areas such as Bogor, Depok, Tangerang, and South Tangerang are also bracing for wet weather. While most of these satellite cities can expect light rain, Bogor is forecasted to experience rain with a moderate intensity.
Regarding daily temperatures, the city is expected to see a range between 24 and 30 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, residents should be prepared for higher humidity levels, which are projected to fluctuate between 70 and 98 percent throughout the day.
Summary
The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has forecasted light rain across the Jakarta metropolitan area for Saturday, May 16. While most surrounding regions like Depok, Tangerang, and South Tangerang will experience light precipitation, Bogor is expected to see moderate rainfall throughout the day.
Residents should prepare for temperatures ranging between 24 and 30 degrees Celsius. Additionally, the region will experience high humidity levels, projected to fluctuate between 70 and 98 percent.