Prakiraan Cuaca Esok Hari, Jumat, 9 Mei 2025

Summary

In this BMKG weather forecast for May 9, 2025, Santia discusses the dynamics of atmospheric pressure and wind patterns impacting various regions in Indonesia. It highlights the presence of low-pressure areas and cyclonic circulations affecting wind speeds and potential for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and high ocean waves. The forecast includes specific predictions for major cities such as Medan, Jakarta, and Surabaya, and warns about possible extreme weather in Sumatera, Jawa, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, and Papua. Viewers are encouraged to use the BMKG app for real-time updates and to stay informed on potential weather hazards.

Takeaways

• 😀 A low-pressure system has formed over the Arafura Sea, moving westward, causing wind speeds to increase up to 25 knots.
• 😀 Cyclonic circulation is detected in the Indian Ocean off West Sumatra, the Pacific Ocean north of Papua, and the Indian Ocean south of East Java, impacting wind speeds and weather patterns.
• 😀 Areas of wind convergence are expected in regions such as northern Kalimantan, northern Papua, central Sulawesi, and northern Nusa Tenggara, contributing to rainfall and high waves.
• 😀 These atmospheric dynamics may lead to moderate to heavy rain and extreme weather conditions across various parts of Indonesia, including Sumatra, Java, Bali, and Papua.
• 😀 Surface wind speeds above 25 knots are forecasted in areas including the northern Australian waters, the Coral Sea, and the Arafura Sea, increasing wave heights.
• 😀 The potential for coastal flooding (banjir) is anticipated in regions like Karimun, central Java, northern Kalimantan, and Maluku on May 9, 2025.
• 😀 In major cities, Medan may experience light rain, while Jakarta is expected to have thick cloud cover, and Surabaya, Makassar, and Jayapura could see light rain.
• 😀 On Sumatra Island, cities such as Banda Aceh and Padang will likely experience cloudy or light rain conditions, with thunderstorms possible in Pangkalpinang.
• 😀 Java is expected to experience light rain, especially in cities like Serang, Bandung, Semarang, Yogyakarta, and Surabaya, while Jakarta will have overcast skies.
• 😀 For eastern Indonesia, cities like Ternate, Ambon, Sorong, Manokwari, Nabire, and Jayapura will see light rain, with thunderstorms possible in Jayawijaya and Merauke.

Q & A

What is the main weather event affecting Indonesia on May 9, 2025?

The main weather event is the presence of a low-pressure system in the Arafura Sea, which is inducing strong winds and increasing the potential for rain and extreme weather in various parts of Indonesia.

How does the low-pressure system in the Arafura Sea impact the weather?

The low-pressure system causes an increase in wind speed, reaching over 25 knots, and contributes to the formation of cyclonic circulation, which can result in heavier rainfall, thunderstorms, and high waves in surrounding areas.

Which areas are most likely to experience extreme weather due to the cyclonic circulation?

Regions most likely to experience extreme weather include Sumatra, Java, Bali, Nusa Tenggara, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Maluku, and Papua, where there are risks of moderate to heavy rain and strong winds.

What is the significance of the convergence zones mentioned in the forecast?

The convergence zones, formed by the interaction of different air masses, are expected to lead to increased cloud formation, heavy rainfall, and heightened risk of thunderstorms in areas such as Northern Kalimantan, Papua, and parts of Sulawesi.

How does the weather system affect sea conditions?

The combination of strong winds and cyclonic systems is likely to increase wave heights, especially in areas like the southern Indian Ocean, the Coral Sea, and the Arafura Sea, which could lead to rough seas and higher wave heights.

Which coastal areas are at risk of flooding on May 9, 2025?

Coastal areas at risk of flooding include the coasts of Karimun, Central Java, Northern Kalimantan, and Maluku due to the potential for strong winds and high waves.

What specific weather conditions are predicted for major cities in Indonesia?

In major cities, Medan is expected to experience light rain, Jakarta will be overcast, Bandung, Surabaya, Makassar, and Jayapura could see light rain, while other cities like Yogyakarta, Semarang, and Serang are also expected to have light rain.

What weather conditions are forecast for cities in Sumatra?

Cities in Sumatra are expected to experience overcast skies in Banda Aceh, light rain in Medan, Pekanbaru, and Padang, and light rain with the potential for thunderstorms in Pangkalpinang.

How is the weather expected to be in Bali and Nusa Tenggara?

Bali and Nusa Tenggara will see light rain in Kupang, moderate rain in Denpasar, and the potential for thunderstorms in Mataram.

What is the weather forecast for Sulawesi and Eastern Indonesia?

In Sulawesi, light rain is expected in cities like Gorontalo, Palu, and Makassar, with a risk of thunderstorms in Manado. In Eastern Indonesia, cities like Ternate, Ambon, Sorong, and Jayapura are expected to have light rain, with thunderstorms predicted in Jayawijaya and Merauke.