Singapore’s weather is humid and rain can occur almost any day of the year. Some parts of Singapore tend to get heavier downpours, particularly during the Northeast and Southwest monsoons.
Bukit Timah Nature Reserve and its surroundings are well-known for frequent wet weather. The abundance of parks and forested land in these regions can contribute to increased rainfall.
Even busy urban spots like Orchard Road and website the CBD have had issues with sudden heavy rain causing flash floods. Heavy downpours in these locations sometimes result in temporary flooding on roads and walkways.
While eastern neighbourhoods generally receive less rainfall, they’re not immune to sudden heavy rain.
For live rain updates, the NEA website and weather apps are reliable sources for checking affected areas before leaving home.
Overall, rain can happen anywhere in Singapore but knowing which areas are most affected helps with travel planning, especially during monsoon months.