The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) forecasts rain across the Greater Jakarta area today. On Sunday, April 5, 2026, varying intensities of precipitation are expected, with specific conditions for different regions.
Rainfall Predictions for Greater Jakarta
According to BMKG, the anticipated rainfall is categorized as follows:
- Central Jakarta: Light-intensity rain.
- North Jakarta: Light-intensity rain.
- East Jakarta: Light-intensity rain.
- West Jakarta: Moderate to heavy rainfall.
- South Jakarta: High-intensity rain accompanied by thunderstorms.
Additionally, moderate rain is forecasted for the surrounding areas, including the Bogor Regency, Bekasi, and the city of Depok. In contrast, the forecast for Bogor and Bekasi predicts only light rain throughout the day. Tangerang City and Tangerang Regency will also experience light rain, while South Tangerang is expected to see moderate rainfall.
Comparison to Previous Weather Conditions
Unlike the previous day, no early warnings for heavy to very heavy rain have been issued for Jakarta and nearby regions today. However, BMKG advises residents to remain cautious as moderate to heavy rain is still possible.
Wider Regional Warnings
This morning, BMKG has issued early warnings for heavy to very heavy rainfall in multiple provinces, including:
- Aceh
- North Sumatra
- Lampung
- West Java
Recent Rainfall Data
Rainfall data from Saturday, April 4, shows that the highest recorded precipitation in Greater Jakarta occurred in the northern parts of Bogor City and its surrounding Regency, measuring 122.4 mm. This amount qualifies as very heavy rainfall, based on measurements from BMKG’s Atang Sanjaya monitoring station.
Overall, rain distribution on Saturday was uneven, with the western sectors of Jabodetabek experiencing moderate rainfall ranging from 20 to 50 mm. Areas such as Lebak Bulus in South Jakarta and Pantai Indah Kapuk in North Jakarta reported significant rainfall.
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