Explainer: Cold spells, heatwave, rain — what's behind Singapore's erratic weather and how to brace for 'extreme' changes ahead
SINGAPORE — The heavy rains on Tuesday (May 16) morning provided some reprieve from the recent heatwave but experts said that it is not likely the end of the hot weather spell.
- Heavy rain poured down on many parts of Singapore, a few days after the temperature soared to 37°C on May 13
- The abrupt shift in weather can be attributed to the inter-monsoon period as well as an upcoming El Nino weather phenomenon
- A rise in average temperature due to climate change will lead to a dramatic shift in the frequency of extreme events, an expert said
- People should protect themselves from the extreme heat such as by staying hydrated and taking breaks from work when it gets too hot
