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Singapore, 16 April 2025 – Inter-monsoon conditions are expected to continue for the rest of April 2025. Prevailing winds will be mostly light and variable in direction, and blow from the southeast or southwest on some days.

2    In the second fortnight of April 2025, short-duration thundery showers are expected over parts of the island in the afternoon on most days. On some occasions, the showers may extend into the evening. In addition, Sumatra squalls may bring widespread thundery showers and gusty winds during the pre-dawn hours and morning on a few days. There may be a few days with little rainfall. The total rainfall for the second fortnight of April 2025 is forecast to be near average over most parts of the island.

3      The daily maximum temperatures are likely to range between 33 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius on most days, with highs of around 35 degrees Celsius on a few days.

4      For updates of the daily weather forecast, please visit the MSS website (https://www.weather.gov.sg), NEA website (www.nea.gov.sg), or download the myENV app.

REVIEW OF THE PAST TWO WEEKS (1 – 15 APRIL 2025)

5    In the first fortnight of April 2025, inter-monsoon conditions prevailed over Singapore, with prevailing winds generally light and variable in direction. On some days, the low-level winds shifted to blow from the south or southwest.

6    Thundery showers fell over parts of the island in the afternoon and evening on most days. On 13 April 2025, regional convergence of winds led to the development of intense thundery showers over Singapore in the afternoon. A total of 117.0mm of rainfall was recorded around the Yishun Ring Road area that day. This was the highest daily rainfall recorded for the first fortnight of April 2025.

7    Although it rained across the island on most days, there were nine days when maximum temperatures of 34 degrees Celsius or more were recorded in the first fortnight of April 2025. The highest daily maximum temperature of 36.2 degrees Celsius was recorded at Paya Lebar on 12 April 2025.

8    Most parts of Singapore recorded above-average rainfall in the first fortnight of April 2025. The area around Yio Chu Kang Road registered rainfall of about 217 per cent above average, and the area around Kranji Reservoir registered rainfall of about 9 per cent below average.

CLIMATE STATION STATISTICS

Long-term Statistics for April
(Climatological reference period: 1991 – 2020)

Historical Extremes for April 
(Rainfall since 1869 and temperature since 1929)

Singapore, 1 April 2025 – The Northeast Monsoon conditions prevailing over the region since mid-November 2024 are expected to gradually weaken and end, with inter-monsoon conditions setting in during the first fortnight of April 2025. The inter-monsoon period usually lasts to May, and is characterised by light and variable winds and higher lightning activity.

2    Moderate to heavy thundery showers are expected over parts of the island in the afternoon on most days. The showers may extend into the evening on a few of these days. In addition, Sumatra squalls may bring widespread thundery showers and gusty winds on one or two mornings. The total rainfall for the first fortnight of April 2025 is forecast to be above average over most parts of the island.

3    The daily maximum temperatures are likely to range between 33 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius on most days and reach around 35 degrees Celsius on a few days.

4     For updates of the daily weather forecast, please visit the MSS website (https://www.weather.gov.sg), NEA website (www.nea.gov.sg), or download the myENV app.

REVIEW OF THE PAST TWO WEEKS (17 – 31 MARCH 2025)

5    Northeast Monsoon conditions prevailed over Singapore and the surrounding region in the second fortnight of March 2025. During the period, the low-level winds blew mainly from the northwest or northeast.

6   The second fortnight of March 2025 was very wet. Moderate to heavy thundery showers affected parts of the island on most days. On 19 – 20 March 2025, a surge of north-easterly winds (or monsoon surge[1]) over the South China Sea brought spells of moderate to heavy showers over Singapore and the surrounding region. This was the third wet monsoon surge during this Northeast Monsoon season. The daily total rainfall of 216.8 mm recorded at Kallang on 20 March 2025 was the highest rainfall recorded for the second fortnight of March 2025.

7   Based on the rainfall averaged across the island-wide stations with long-term data since 1980, March 2025 is the wettest March on record. The monthly total rainfall of 482.9 mm surpassed the previous record of 451.0 mm set in 2004.

8   The daily maximum temperatures in the second fortnight of March 2025 were between 32 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius on most days. During the monsoon surge on 19 – 20 March 2025, the daily minimum temperatures ranged from about 22 degrees Celsius to 24 degrees Celsius, while daily maximum temperatures ranged from about 24 degrees Celsius to 28 degrees Celsius. The lowest daily minimum temperature for the second fortnight of March 2025 was 21.9 degrees Celsius, recorded at Tuas South during the surge on 20 March 2025.

9   Well-above average rainfall was received across the island in the second fortnight of March 2025 with Changi registering rainfall of 570 per cent above average.

[1] A monsoon surge refers to a strengthening of winds over the South China Sea, causing extensive rainclouds to form over our surrounding region.

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CLIMATE STATION STATISTICS

Long-term Statistics for April
(Climatological reference period: 1991 – 2020)

Historical Extremes for April 
(Rainfall since 1869 and temperature since 1929)

Singapore, 17 March 2025 – The prevailing Northeast Monsoon conditions are expected to continue in the second fortnight of March 2025, with winds blowing mainly from the northwest or northeast.

2     Between 19 – 21 March 2025, a surge of north-easterly winds (or monsoon surge^[1]) is expected over the South China Sea. The surge could bring windy and cooler conditions with periods of moderate to heavy showers over Singapore and the surrounding vicinity. For the rest of the fortnight, short-duration thundery showers are forecast in the afternoon on most days. Overall, the rainfall for the second half of March 2025 is expected to be above average over most parts of the island.

3      Lower daily minimum temperatures of around 22 degrees Celsius can be expected during the monsoon surge.  Subsequently, daily temperatures may range between 24 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius on most days.

4      For updates of the daily weather forecast, please visit the MSS website (https://www.weather.gov.sg), NEA website (www.nea.gov.sg), or download the myENV app.

REVIEW OF THE PAST TWO WEEKS (1 – 16 MARCH 2025)

5     In the first fortnight of March 2025, Northeast Monsoon conditions prevailed over Singapore and the surrounding region. The winds blew from the north or northeast.

6    Thundery showers fell over parts of the island in the afternoon on most days in the first half of March 2025. The showers extended into the evening on a few occasions. On 8 March 2025, strong solar heating of land areas coupled with localised convergence of winds brought moderate to heavy thundery showers over many parts of Singapore in the afternoon. The daily total rainfall of 72.8 mm recorded around Kranji area that day was the highest rainfall recorded for the first half of March 2025.

7    In the first half of March 2025, the daily maximum temperature ranged between 28.2 degrees Celsius and 35.1 degrees Celsius. There were six days when the daily maximum temperature reached 34 degrees Celsius or more. The highest daily maximum temperature of 35.1 degree Celsius was recorded at Newton on 4 March 2025.

8    Most parts of Singapore recorded below average rainfall in the first half of March 2025. Somerset registered rainfall of 69 per cent below average, and Kranji registered rainfall of 76 per cent above average.

[1] A monsoon surge refers to a strengthening of winds over the South China Sea, causing extensive rainclouds to form over our surrounding region.

CLIMATE STATION STATISTICS

Long-term Statistics for March
(Climatological reference period: 1991 – 2020)

Historical Extremes for March 
(Rainfall since 1869 and temperature since 1929)

Singapore, 28 February 2025 – The prevailing Northeast Monsoon conditions are expected to continue in the first fortnight of March 2025, with winds blowing mainly from the northwest or northeast.

2     Thundery showers are expected over parts of the island on most afternoons. The showers are expected to be mostly of short duration, but may on occasion, extend into the evening. The total rainfall for the first fortnight of March 2025 is forecast to be above average over most parts of the island.

3      The daily maximum temperatures are likely to range between 33 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius on most days and slightly exceed 34 degrees Celsius on a few days.

4      For updates of the daily weather forecast, please visit the MSS website (https://www.weather.gov.sg), NEA website (www.nea.gov.sg), or download the myENV app.

REVIEW OF THE PAST TWO WEEKS (17 – 27 FEBRUARY 2025)

5     Northeast Monsoon conditions prevailed over Singapore and the surrounding region in the second fortnight of February 2025. During the period, the low-level winds blew mainly from the north or northeast.

6    Thundery showers fell over parts of the island on some afternoons, extending into the evening on a few days. On 17 February 2025, strong solar heating coupled with convergence of winds brought heavy thundery showers over many areas of Singapore in the afternoon. The daily total rainfall of 77.9 mm recorded at Ang Mo Kio that day was the highest rainfall recorded for the second fortnight of February 2025.

7    The daily maximum temperatures in the second fortnight of February 2025 were below 34 degrees Celsius on most days. The highest daily maximum temperatures of 34.2 degree Celsius were recorded at Clementi on 17 February 2025 and at Jurong West on 22 February 2025.

8    Most parts of Singapore recorded above average rainfall in the second fortnight of February 2025. Mandai registered rainfall of 82 per cent above average, and Clementi registered rainfall of 59 per cent below average.

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CLIMATE STATION STATISTICS

Long-term Statistics for March
(Climatological reference period: 1991 – 2020)

Historical Extremes for March 
(Rainfall since 1869 and temperature since 1929)

Singapore, 17 February 2025 – The prevailing Northeast Monsoon conditions are forecast to continue, with winds blowing mainly from the northwest or northeast.

2     In the second fortnight of February 2025, moderate to heavy thundery showers are expected over most parts of the island in the afternoon on most days. The showers may extend into the evening on a few days. The total rainfall for the second fortnight of February 2025 is forecast to be above average over most parts of the island.

3      For the rest of the month, the daily maximum temperatures are likely to range between 33 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius on most days. On some rainy days, daily lows of around 23 degrees Celsius may be expected.

4      For updates of the daily weather forecast, please visit the MSS website (https://www.weather.gov.sg), NEA website (www.nea.gov.sg), or download the myENV app.

REVIEW OF THE PAST TWO WEEKS (1 – 16 FEBRUARY 2025)

5     Northeast Monsoon conditions prevailed over Singapore and the surrounding region in the first fortnight of February 2025 and the low-level winds blew mainly from the northwest or northeast.

6    Singapore experienced fair and windy conditions on several days in the first fortnight of February 2025. Thundery showers fell over parts of the island on some afternoons. On 14 February 2025, strong solar heating coupled with convergence of winds brought moderate to heavy thundery showers over most parts of Singapore in the late afternoon and evening. The daily total rainfall of 102 mm recorded at Kranji that day was the highest rainfall recorded for the first fortnight of February 2025.

7    In the first half of February 2025, the daily maximum temperature ranged between 27.7 degrees Celsius and 34.4 degrees Celsius. There were six days in the first half of February 2025 when the daily maximum temperature reached 34 degrees Celsius or more. The highest daily temperature of 34.4 degrees Celsius was recorded on 3 February 2025 at Clementi and at Jurong on 14 February 2025.

8    Most parts of Singapore recorded below average rainfall in the first fortnight of February 2025. Kent Ridge registered rainfall of 69 per cent below average, and Tanjong Katong registered rainfall of 83 per cent above average.

CLIMATE STATION STATISTICS

Long-term Statistics for February
(Climatological reference period: 1991 – 2020)

Historical Extremes for February
(Rainfall since 1869 and temperature since 1929)

Singapore, 31 January 2025 – The prevailing Northeast Monsoon conditions are forecast to continue, with winds blowing mainly from the northwest or northeast.

2     In the first fortnight of February 2025, fair and occasionally windy conditions may occur on some days. Fewer rain days are expected, although there may be localised short-duration thundery showers over parts of the island on several afternoons. The total rainfall for the first fortnight of February 2025 is forecast to be below average over most parts of the island.

3      The daily maximum temperatures are likely to range between 33 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius on most days and slightly exceed 34 degrees Celsius on a few days.

4      For updates of the daily weather forecast, please visit the MSS website (https://www.weather.gov.sg), NEA website (www.nea.gov.sg), or download the myENV app.

REVIEW OF THE PAST TWO WEEKS (16 – 30 JANUARY 2025)

5     Northeast Monsoon conditions prevailed over Singapore and the surrounding region in the second fortnight of January 2025. During the period, the low-level winds blew mainly from the north or northeast.

6    Showers fell over parts of the island on most afternoons in the second fortnight of January 2025. On 17 – 19 January 2025, a surge of north-easterly winds (or monsoon surge[1]) over the South China Sea brought occasional spells of showers over Singapore and the surrounding region. On 26 January 2025, heavy thundery showers fell over the southern and western parts of Singapore in the afternoon. The daily total rainfall of 75.2 mm recorded at Sunset Way that day was the highest rainfall recorded for the second fortnight of January 2025.

7    The daily maximum temperatures in the second fortnight of January 2025 were below 31 degrees Celsius on most days. The highest daily maximum temperature of 32.4 degree Celsius was recorded at Newton on 25 January 2025.

8    Singapore recorded well below average rainfall in the second fortnight of January 2025. The area around Sembawang registered rainfall of about 84 per cent below average.

[1] A monsoon surge refers to a strengthening of winds over the South China Sea, causing extensive rainclouds to form over our surrounding region.

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CLIMATE STATION STATISTICS

Long-term Statistics for February
(Climatological reference period: 1991 – 2020)

Historical Extremes for February
(Rainfall since 1869 and temperature since 1929)

Singapore, 16 January 2025 – The prevailing Northeast Monsoon conditions are expected to continue in the second fortnight of January 2025, with winds blowing mainly from the northwest or northeast.

2      Between 17 – 19 January 2025, a surge of north-easterly winds (or monsoon surge[1]) is expected over the South China Sea. This may bring windy and cooler conditions with occasional spells of moderate to heavy thundery showers over Singapore and the surrounding vicinity. For the rest of the fortnight, short-duration thundery showers are forecast in the afternoon on most days. Overall, the rainfall for the second half of January 2025 is expected to be above average over most parts of the island.

3      Lower daily minimum temperatures of around 22 degrees Celsius can be expected in the first few days of the fortnight.  Subsequently, daily temperatures are forecast to range between 24 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius on most days.

4      For updates of the daily weather forecast, please visit the MSS website (https://www.weather.gov.sg), NEA website (www.nea.gov.sg), or download the myENV app.

REVIEW OF THE PAST TWO WEEKS (1 – 15 JANUARY 2025)

5      Northeast Monsoon conditions prevailed over Singapore and the surrounding region in the first fortnight of January 2025. During the period, the low-level winds blew mainly from the north or northeast.

6     A strengthening of the high-pressure system over northern continental Asia brought a surge of moderate to strong northeast monsoon winds over the South China Sea on several days of January 2025. The surge brought cool and wet weather over Singapore between 10 and 13 January 2025. The daily total rainfall of 241.8 mm recorded at Pulau Tekong on 10 January 2025 was the highest daily total rainfall ever recorded in January, exceeding the previous record of 238.2mm on 30 January 2011.

7      The daily temperature in the first fortnight of January 2025 ranged from 21.6 degrees Celsius to 34.3 degrees Celsius. The highest daily maximum temperature of 34.3 degrees Celsius was recorded on 5 January 2025 at Jurong.  During the monsoon surge event between 10 and 13 January 2025, there were three days where the highest daily maximum temperature was below 28 degrees Celsius. On 11 January 2025, the highest daily maximum temperature was 25.7 degrees Celsius recorded at East Coast Parkway and the daily minimum temperature at Newton dipped to 21.6 degrees Celsius, the lowest temperature for the first fortnight of January 2025.

8      Well-above average rainfall was received across the island in the first fortnight of January 2025. The highest anomaly of 345 per cent above average was at Kent Ridge. The anomaly was lowest at Tengah at 185 per cent above average.

[1] A monsoon surge refers to a strengthening of winds over the South China Sea, causing extensive rainclouds to form over our surrounding region. Read more at https://www.weather.gov.sg/learn_weather_systems/

CLIMATE STATION STATISTICS

Long-term Statistics for January
(Climatological reference period: 1991 – 2020)

Historical Extremes for January
(Rainfall since 1869 and temperature since 1929)

Singapore, 2 January 2025 – The prevailing Northeast Monsoon conditions are expected to continue in the first fortnight of January 2025, with winds blowing mainly from the northwest or northeast.

2      Moderate to heavy thundery showers are expected over parts of the island in the afternoon on most days. The showers may extend into the night on a few days. In the last few days of the fortnight, a strengthening of high-pressure systems over the northern Asian continent may bring a surge of strong north-easterly winds (or monsoon surge[1]) over the South China Sea, and wetter conditions over Singapore and the surrounding region. The total rainfall for the first fortnight of January 2025 is forecast to be above average over most parts of the island.

3      The daily temperatures are likely to range between 24 degrees Celsius and 33 degrees Celsius on most days. Cooler conditions are expected in the last few days of the fortnight and the daily minimum temperatures could drop to 22 degrees Celsius.

4      For updates of the daily weather forecast, please visit the MSS website (https://www.weather.gov.sg), NEA website (www.nea.gov.sg), or download the myENV app.

REVIEW OF THE PAST TWO WEEKS (16 – 31 DECEMBER 2024)

5      Northeast Monsoon conditions prevailed over Singapore and the surrounding region in the second fortnight of December 2024. During the period, the low-level winds blew mainly from the north or northeast.

6     Thundery showers fell over parts of Singapore on most afternoons. The showers extended into the evening on a few days. On 29 December 2024, strong solar heating of land areas coupled with regional convergence of winds brought widespread heavy thundery showers over Singapore in the afternoon. The daily total rainfall of 136.2 mm recorded at Bukit Timah that day was the highest rainfall recorded for the second fortnight of December 2024.

7      The daily maximum temperatures in the second fortnight of December 2024 were between 32 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius on most days. The highest daily maximum temperature of 35.4 degree Celsius was recorded at Clementi on 16 December 2024.

8      About half of the island recorded above average rainfall in the second fortnight of December 2024. Tuas registered rainfall of about 40 per cent above average, and Pasir Ris registered rainfall of about 55 per cent below average.

[1] A monsoon surge refers to a strengthening of winds over the South China Sea, causing extensive rainclouds to form over our surrounding region. Read more at https://www.weather.gov.sg/learn_weather_systems/

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CLIMATE STATION STATISTICS

Long-term Statistics for January
(Climatological reference period: 1991 – 2020)

Historical Extremes for January
(Rainfall since 1869 and temperature since 1929)

Singapore, 16 December 2024 – The prevailing Northeast Monsoon conditions are expected to continue for the rest of December 2024, with winds blowing mainly from the northwest or northeast.

2          In the first week of the coming fortnight, thundery showers are expected over parts of the island in the afternoon on several days. The showers may be widespread and extend into the evening on a few days. The last week of 2024 is forecast to be generally drier. A brief strengthening of northerly winds could bring windy conditions with brief periods of passing showers on some days in the last week of 2024. Overall, the total rainfall for the second fortnight of December 2024 is forecast to be below average over most parts of the island.

3          In the coming fortnight, the daily maximum temperatures are likely to range between 32 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius on most days and slightly exceed 34 degrees Celsius in the afternoon on a few days.

4          For updates of the daily weather forecast, please visit the MSS website (www.weather.gov.sg), NEA website (www.nea.gov.sg), or download the myENV app.

REVIEW OF THE PAST TWO WEEKS (1 – 15 DECEMBER 2024)

5          Northeast Monsoon conditions prevailed over Singapore and the surrounding region in the first fortnight of December 2024.  During the period, the low-level winds blew mainly from the northwest or northeast on most days.

6          Thundery showers fell over parts of the island in the afternoon on several days in the first fortnight of December 2024. The showers extended into the evening on a few occasions. The heavy thundery showers that fell over many areas of the island on 3 December 2024 resulted in a daily total rainfall of 109.6mm recorded at Bedok.  This was the highest total rainfall in a day for the first fortnight of December 2024.

7          There were several days in the first fortnight of December 2024 when the daily maximum temperature reached 34 degrees Celsius or more. The highest daily maximum temperature of 36.2 degree Celsius was recorded at Paya Lebar on 7 December 2024. This has surpassed the record highest daily temperature of 35.9 degree Celsius (at Seletar on 6 December 2016) for December.

8          In the first fortnight of December 2024, most parts of Singapore recorded below average rainfall. The areas around Ulu Pandan registered rainfall of about 82 per cent below average and the areas around Tai Seng registered rainfall of about 8 per cent above average.

CLIMATE STATION STATISTICS

Long-term Statistics for December
(Climatological reference period: 1991 – 2020)

Historical Extremes for December
(Rainfall since 1869 and temperature since 1929)

Singapore, 2 December 2024 – The prevailing Northeast Monsoon conditions are expected to continue in the first fortnight of December 2024, with winds blowing mainly from the northwest or northeast.

2          In the first week of December 2024, drier conditions could bring a few fine weather days to Singapore. More rainfall may occur in the second week with moderate to heavy thundery showers expected over parts of the island on most afternoons. The showers may extend into the night on a few of these days. The total rainfall for the first fortnight of December 2024 is forecast to be near average over most parts of the island.

3          The daily maximum temperatures are likely to range between 32 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius on most days and slightly exceed 34 degrees Celsius on a few days.

4          For updates of the daily weather forecast, please visit the MSS website (www.weather.gov.sg), NEA website (www.nea.gov.sg), or download the myENV app.

REVIEW OF THE PAST TWO WEEKS (15 – 30 NOVEMBER 2024)

5          Northeast Monsoon conditions prevailed over Singapore and the surrounding region in the second fortnight of November 2024. During the period, the low-level winds blew mainly from the northwest or northeast on most days.

6          In the second fortnight of November 2024, the monsoon rain band was located over the equatorial Southeast Asia region which brought wet weather over Singapore. Moderate to heavy thundery showers occurred on most days. The showers fell mostly in the afternoon, and on few days, extended into the evening. On 22 November 2024, widespread heavy thundery showers fell over many parts of Singapore in the afternoon. The daily total rainfall of 137.2 mm recorded at Woodlands that day was the highest rainfall recorded for the second fortnight of November 2024.

7          The daily maximum temperatures in the second fortnight of November 2024 were between 31 degrees Celsius and 34 degrees Celsius on most days. The highest daily maximum temperature of 34.8 degree Celsius was recorded at Clementi on 22 November 2024.

8          Singapore recorded well above average rainfall in the second fortnight of November 2024. The areas around Admiralty and Pasir Ris registered rainfall of about 185 per cent above average.

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CLIMATE STATION STATISTICS

Long-term Statistics for December
(Climatological reference period: 1991 – 2020)

Historical Extremes for December
(Rainfall since 1869 and temperature since 1929)