Jakarta Braces for Rainy Sunday with Potential for Lightning
Jakarta residents can expect a wet Sunday as the Meteorology, Climatology and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) predicts rainy weather throughout the day. Temperatures this weekend are expected to range from a comfortable 24 to 30 degrees Celsius.
West and North Jakarta: Light Rain to Moderate Showers
In West and North Jakarta, the day will begin with light rain, gradually giving way to thick clouds by noon. Light rain is predicted to return in the afternoon, intensifying to moderate showers before easing off in the evening.
South and East Jakarta: Rainy Evening with Lightning Anticipated
Similar weather patterns are expected in South and East Jakarta, with light rain followed by thick clouds and then moderate showers. The main difference is the possibility of thunderstorms with lightning during the evening hours.
Central Jakarta: Cloudy Skies and Varied Rainfall
Central Jakarta residents can expect a day of thick clouds interspersed with periods of light and moderate rainfall that will begin in the morning and continue through the night.
Thousand Islands: Sporadic Rain Through the Weekend
In the Thousand Islands, the day will start with light rain. Cloudy skies will dominate the afternoon and evening, with rain returning once again at night.
Will the rain in Jakarta be consistent throughout the day or will it vary in intensity?
## Jakarta Braces for Rainy Sunday
**Interviewer:** Welcome back to the show. Joining us today is Alex Reed, a meteorologist with the BMKG, to give us the latest on the upcoming weekend weather in Jakarta.
**Alex Reed:** Thank you for having me.
**Interviewer:** So Alex Reed, the forecast for Sunday is looking a bit wet, isn’t it?
**Alex Reed:** That’s right. Jakarta residents should plan for a rainy Sunday. The BMKG predicts rainy conditions throughout the day, covering the entire city.
**Interviewer:** What kind of rain are we expecting? Will it be a steady drizzle or heavy downpours?
**Alex Reed:** We’re expecting a range of intensities. In West and North Jakarta, the day will start with light rain that could intensify into moderate showers later in the day. [1]
**Interviewer:** That’s good information for those planning outdoor activities. What about the temperatures?
**Alex Reed:** Temperatures this weekend will be quite pleasant, ranging from a comfortable 24 to 30 degrees Celsius. [1]
**Interviewer:** And any chance of thunderstorms?
**Alex Reed:** There’s a potential for lightning accompanying the rain, so residents should be mindful of safety precautions.
**Interviewer:** Excellent advice, thank you for that. What else should Jakarta residents know about this weekend’s weather?
**Alex Reed:** Just remember to carry an umbrella or raincoat, and if you’re heading out, be careful on the roads as wet conditions can make them slippery.
**Interviewer:** Thanks for those helpful tips, Alex Reed. We appreciate you joining us today.
**Alex Reed:** My pleasure.
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