A high-severity rain event has been recorded in Medan, Indonesia, with precipitation levels crossing established forecasting thresholds.
Precipitation levels in Medan reached 36.8 mm, according to automatic forecast data from wweather1.com dated October 12, 2026.
The recorded measurement exceeds the established threshold of 30 mm for the area, triggering an automatic high-severity weather alert.
Residents and local authorities in Medan are advised to monitor ongoing weather conditions as the forecasted precipitation levels persist.
Why it is dangerous and what to do
⚠️ Safety
• Stay informed by monitoring local weather updates.
• Exercise caution when traveling on wet roads.
• Ensure outdoor items are secured against potential rain.
📊 The numbers, from wweather1 data
Medan: now +28°, Overcast.
That is 1° above the October climate norm.
The record for this date is +32° (2021).
Three-day forecast: 12 October: +30°/+24° · 13 October: +31°/+23° · 14 October: +31°/+23°
The figures are computed automatically from the Open-Meteo/ERA5 archive — no eyeball estimates. 🌍 Weather in nearby cities
📰 Data source:
wweather1. Forecast and analysis — wweather1, based on Open-Meteo / met.no data.