{"id":4670,"date":"2026-01-16T13:46:42","date_gmt":"2026-01-16T05:46:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/heybali.info\/news\/?p=4670"},"modified":"2026-01-16T13:46:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T05:46:44","slug":"weather-alert-for-january-16-2026-four-bali-regencies-brace-for-heavy-rain-strong-winds-forecast-in-south","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/heybali.info\/news\/weather-alert-for-january-16-2026-four-bali-regencies-brace-for-heavy-rain-strong-winds-forecast-in-south\/","title":{"rendered":"Weather Alert for January 16, 2026: Four Bali Regencies Brace for Heavy Rain, Strong Winds Forecast in South"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The national meteorological agency warns of continued volatile conditions, with potential impacts on travel and maritime activities across the island.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

DENPASAR, Bali \u2014 Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BBMKG) has issued a weather advisory for Friday, January 16, 2026, cautioning residents and visitors in specific areas of Bali to prepare for potentially disruptive conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The agency forecasts a high chance of moderate to heavy rainfall in four regencies: Buleleng, Jembrana, Karangasem, and Tabanan<\/strong>. These areas, particularly in northern, western, and eastern Bali, have been prone to landslides and flooding during the current intense rainy season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Separately, strong winds are predicted for five regions: Badung, Klungkung, Buleleng, Karangasem, and Denpasar City<\/strong>. General conditions across Bali are expected to be cloudy, with wind speeds ranging from 5 to 43 kilometers per hour and a maximum air temperature of 33 degrees Celsius.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marine Conditions and Port Updates<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For maritime travel and activities, wave heights are forecast to be moderate. The northern Bali seas are expected to see waves of 0.5 to 2.0 meters, while southern waters may experience waves of 0.5 to 2.5 meters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The latest port-specific data from the BBMKG indicates light rain and calm seas at most key harbors, including Benoa, Sanur, Padangbai, and the ports serving Nusa Penida<\/strong>. Thick cloud cover is reported at Gilimanuk<\/strong> and Serangan<\/strong> port, with slightly higher waves of 0.5-1.25 meters at Celukan Bawang<\/strong> and Serangan.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Bali Map Weather January 16, 2026<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Safety Guidance for Residents and Travelers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This advisory follows a series of significant weather-related incidents across Bali this week, including landslides, flooding, and fallen trees. The continued forecast for heavy rain, particularly in already saturated regions, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For tourists and expatriates in Bali, this is a critical reminder to:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n