BMKG: Jabodetabek Weather Alert - Heavy Rain & Strong Winds (Feb 8-9, 2026)

Residents of the Jabodetabek region are bracing for potential heavy rainfall and strong winds over the coming days. The Badan Meteorologi, Klimatologi, dan Geofisika (BMKG) issued an early warning for the period spanning Sunday, February 8, 2026, through Monday, February 9, 2026.

Rainfall Forecast

Sunday, February 8, 2026

Moderate to heavy rain is anticipated in Kota Tangerang, Kota Tangerang Selatan, and Kabupaten Tangerang. The forecast also includes potential for similar conditions in Jakarta Timur, Jakarta Selatan, Kabupaten Bekasi, Kota Bekasi, Kabupaten Bogor, Kota Bogor, and Kota Depok.

Monday, February 9, 2026

According to an Instagram post from @infobmkg on Saturday, February 7, 2026, moderate to heavy rainfall could extend to include Jakarta Utara, Jakarta Pusat, and Jakarta Barat, in addition to the areas previously mentioned. Kabupaten Bekasi, Kota Bekasi, Kabupaten Bogor, and Kota Depok are also included in the forecast.

Wind Warnings

The BMKG also warns of the potential for strong winds on Sunday in Kota Tangerang, Kota Tangerang Selatan, Kabupaten Tangerang, and Kabupaten Bogor. A similar risk of strong winds is forecast for Kota Tangerang, Kota Tangerang Selatan, and Kabupaten Tangerang during the period of February 8-9, 2026.

Did You Know? The BMKG provides comprehensive weather information, including details on climate, air quality, earthquakes, and tsunamis, accessible through their website at www.bmkg.go.id and the InfoBMKG application.

Expert Insight: Early warnings like these are crucial for preparedness. The potential for both heavy rainfall and strong winds simultaneously suggests a heightened risk of localized flooding and damage to infrastructure, requiring residents to take preventative measures.

What Could Happen Next

If the forecast holds, residents in the affected areas could experience disruptions to daily life, including transportation delays and potential power outages. Localized flooding is a possibility, particularly in areas with poor drainage. The continuation of these conditions into Monday could exacerbate these issues. It is also possible that the BMKG will issue updated warnings as the weather system evolves.

Frequently Asked Questions

What areas are under a rain warning?

Kota Tangerang, Kota Tangerang Selatan, Kabupaten Tangerang, Jakarta Timur, Jakarta Selatan, Kabupaten Bekasi, Kota Bekasi, Kabupaten Bogor, Kota Bogor, Kota Depok, Jakarta Utara, Jakarta Pusat, and Jakarta Barat are all areas where moderate to heavy rain is potentially expected.

When is the warning in effect?

The early warning from BMKG is in effect from Sunday, February 8, 2026, through Monday, February 9, 2026.

Where can I find more information?

More detailed information regarding weather, climate, air quality, earthquakes, and tsunamis can be found at www.bmkg.go.id or through the InfoBMKG application.

How will you prepare for the potential weather changes in your community?

BMKG: Jabodetabek Weather Alert – Heavy Rain & Strong Winds (Feb 8-9, 2026)