Long Holiday; Tourists in Batam Urged to Monitor Weather Updates

TEMPO.CO, Batam - Rainy weather was expected in Batam City, Riau Islands, during the long holiday beginning on Thursday, May 8, the Ascension Day of Jesus Christ, and ending with joint leave on Friday, May 9. Tourists are urged to stay up-to-date with the weather updates issued by the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG).

Tempo observed that the city’s weather has been unpredictable over the past week, with rain frequently drenching the region while other areas experience hot weather.

The rain not only caused traffic congestion but also posed a risk of flooding in several locations, including primary roads. 

Local rain in Batam

Aprilia S, a forecaster at BMKG Hang Nadim Batam, confirmed that local rain is a common occurrence in the region. “We hope that tourists will always monitor the development of the weather forecast on the BMKG info app or the Sidarma app,” she told Tempo on Thursday, May 9.

Tourists and locals alike are encouraged to prepare themselves by carrying umbrellas and raincoats when traveling. “Those driving vehicles are advised to stop for a moment if the horizontal visibility is reduced due to moderate or heavy rain,” she underlined.

Aprilia reported that the weather forecast for Batam during this long holiday from May 9 to 12 predicts precipitation, particularly light to moderate rain, especially during the daytime.

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