Indonesia is one of the countries with frequencies Extreme weather the highest in the world — The geographical position in the equator, surrounded by oceans, with over 100 active volcanoes makes a laboratory of extreme weather phenomena. From the flood that swallowed thousands of homes in a matter of hours, to the breeze that destroyed villages in Java, extreme weather in Indonesia was not just a natural threat — but the reality of life that needs to be understood and anticipated by every Indonesian.
Key Takeaways
- Indonesia is experiencing all kinds of extreme weather: heavy rain, floods, high winds, nipples, heat waves, and drought.
- BMKG issued extreme weather early warnings via website, BMKG Info apps, and Twitter @ InfoBMKG.
- Extreme weather is increasing in frequency and intensity due to global climate change that is worsening the tropical weather cycle.
- La Niña is harming the extreme weather in Indonesia; El Niño is harming drought and forest fires.
- Initial understanding and readiness is the key to reducing casualties from extreme weather.
Extra Weather Type in Indonesia
| Extreme Weather Type | Highest Territory | Summit |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy rain (> 100mm / day) | All over Indonesia, especially Java and Sumatra West | The monsoon, especially when La Niña |
| Bandang flood | The great DAS of Java, Kalimantan, southern perkwesi | December - March |
| The twister breeze | Central Java, Java West, South Sumatra | Transition Season (October and April) |
| High wave (> 4 m) | Java Sea, Sunda Strait, South Indian Ocean | Western Season (February December) |
| Extreme drying | East Java, NTT, NTB | It's long, especially El Niño. |
| Forest fires. | Kalimantan, Sumatra. | Come here long (July-October) |
The roles of El Niño and La Niña in Extreme Weather Indonesia
The two global climate phenomena that most affect Indonesian extreme weather are El Niño and La Niña. El Niño — The conditions at which the surface temperature of the Pacific Ocean are equatorial hotter than normal — It causes Indonesia to experience a longer, drier, hotter drought. It exacerbated the risk of drought, the landfires of Kalimantan and Sumatra, as well as the water shortages at NTT and NTB.
Instead, La Niña — reverse conditions in which the Pacific is colder than normal — Pushing more water vapor into Indonesia, resulting in a heavier and longer rain season. La Niña increases the risk of flooding, landslides, and extreme weather all over Indonesia especially Java, Sumatra, and Kalimantan.
Monitor the status of El Niño and La Niña as well as its impact through Indonesian weather map reality-time We are.
The way BMKG Prevents Extreme Weather
BMKG operates an extreme early warning system that continues to improve its capacity. This system is integrate data from Doppler weather radar (which can detect the intensity of rain and wind in real time), the Himawari satellite that gives you an image every 10 minutes, and the WRF weather model that runs on BMKG supercomputer. When the system detects extreme weather potential in the next 1- 3 days, the BMKG publishes the "Exstress Weather Warning" which is distributed through websites, media and social media.
Extra Weather Tips in Indonesia · Global Voices
- Enable premature warning notification on the BMKG Info application — Alert was sent automatically when there was extreme weather potential around your location.
- Recognize the evacuation route From home and office — Extreme weather is like a flood and high winds can happen very fast
- Prepare emergency bags (emergency kit) contains important documents, medicines, drinking water, and food for three days.
- Avoid activity outside during extreme weather warning — Don't underestimate the BMKG warning.
- Monitor local radar and radio broadcast When extreme weather is underway for current information and evacuation instructions
For complete information on the weather disaster mitigation, read the article Indonesia season And keep an eye out. 7-day forecast We are.
General question about Extreme Weather
What is the extreme weather definition according to the BMKG?
BMKG defines extreme weather as a conditions that deviate far from normal and potentially negative impact on human life and the environment. Quantitative, the rain is very heavy (> 100 mm / day), high winds (> 45 km / hour), high waves (> 2.5 meters), and very high temperatures include the extreme weather category of BMKG-aware.
Do extreme weather in Indonesia happen more frequently?
Yes, the data shows a significant increase. According to the BMKG, extreme weather events in Indonesia have increased by about 40% in the last decade rather than the previous decade. Global climate change worsened these conditions by increasing energy in the atmospheric system, so that the storm and heavy rain that are happening now tend to be more intense though not always more frequent.
How do I get an extreme weather early alert from the BMKG?
Enable notifications on BMKG Info applications. BMKG also distributes early warnings via Twitter @ InfoBMKG, bmkg.go.id website, radio broadcast RRI, and mass SMS to all operators in affected areas. Moreover, BPBD in every district / city is also actively spreading information on extreme weather warning via social media and the WhatsApp community.
Do nipples happen in the great city of Indonesia?
Yeah, nipples can happen anywhere including the big city. This phenomenon is most common in the transition season (October and April) when surface temperatures are very hot but cold air mass from above meets, creating strong connective winds rounds. Jakarta, Bandung, Surabaya, and has all experienced a destructive nipple. Indonesian shears are generally smaller than American tornadoes, but still very destructive within a few hundred meters of radius.
What is the extreme weather difference and the hydrometeorological disaster?
Extreme weather is an atmospheric phenomenon that diverts from normal conditions. The hydrometeorological disaster is the impact of extreme weather on humans and the environment. Not all extreme weather generates disaster — Depending on the vulnerability of local areas and infrastructure in the face of that condition.
Extreme weather is an inseparable part of the Indonesian tropical climate. With good understanding and proper readiness, the impact can be minimized. Keep monitoring Today's weather and 7-day forecast We, as well as always activate the BMKG early warning.
