1. General Weather Situation
Brunei Darussalam is currently towards the end of inter-monsoon period, where during this period, local wind effects play an important role in governing our daily weather. Since early November 2023 until yesterday (24th November), Brunei Darussalam Meteorological Department’s Meteorological Observation Station, at the Brunei International Airport has recorded a total rainfall amount of 251.6 mm. This rainfall amount has reached 78 percent of the normal value of rainfall for November (1991-2020) which is 322.9 mm.

Based on data information from Brunei Darussalam Doppler Weather Surveillance Radar System, heavy rainfall last night was concentrated in all four districts, and had caused flooding and flash floods, particularly over the low-lying and flood-prone areas. At the same time the occurrence of high tide had resulted in the flood situations over areas near the river banks.

Estimated total rainfall accumulation recorded across all four districts on 24th November 2023 are as follows:

Location-Estimated Total Rainfall Amount
Brunei-Muara District - 27.6 mm
Temburong District - 51.5 mm
Tutong District - 55.1 mm
Belait District - 31.7 mm

2. Brunei Darussalam Weather Forecast
Based on the latest Numerical Weather Prediction Model for Brunei Darussalam indicates generally unsettled weather condition is expected to continue until early morning on Tuesday (28 November 2023). Occasional heavy and thundery showers are expected especially in the afternoon and evening, and may continue to early morning. However, rainfall intensity is not the same from one area to another area and also from day to day. Wind gust may reach up to 45 km/h during or near heavy and thundery showers.

Over Brunei waters, sea state is generally at moderate, between 1.0 meters to 1.5 meters.

3. Our Advice

Members of the public are advised to take precautionary actions with respect to the forecasted active weather condition. There is a high risk of flash floods especially at low-lying and flood prone areas as well as near the river banks during continuous heavy rain and also during high tide. Risk of landslide and fallen trees are also possible during heavy showers and gusty condition. Sea state is dangerous to all small boat operations, sea recreational activities and sports.

Public, road users and fishermen are advised to always be up to date with the latest weather forecast, advisory and warning issued by Brunei Darussalam Meteorological Department, and to take necessary actions to ensure safety.

We shall continue to monitor the weather conditions and will issue weather advisories or warnings if necessary. Latest weather nformation, advisories and warnings can be accessed easily through our mobile app, Brunei WX, as these weather information, advisories and warnings can be received immediately after they are issued.

Latest weather information can also be obtained by contacting the duty meteorological forecaster at our Forecast Centre, through our
Weather Line 114, by visiting our website at www.met.gov.bn or follow our Facebook (@bruneiweather), Instagram (@brunei.weather) and our Telegram Channel (Brunei Weather).

Wallahu a’lam Bissawab.