BMKG predicts rainy weather during Eid exodus season in South Sulawesi
Makassar — The Meteorological, Climatological and Geophysical Agency (BMKG) Region IV Makassar has forecast predominantly rainy weather across South Sulawesi during the 2026 Eid exodus season.
The Acting Head of BMKG Region IV Makassar, Nasrol Adil, stated in Makassar on Saturday that the agency has conducted weather analysis for the duration of the Eid exodus post operation period.
“We forecast weather potential for the period 13 to 30 March 2026, as well as weather predictions during the Eid prayer on either 20 or 21 March 2026,” Nasrol said.
He explained that based on BMKG analysis, numerous regions in South Sulawesi are expected to experience rain during this period.
Areas from Pinrang to Makassar are predicted to potentially receive rain. Similar conditions are expected in Gowa, Takalar, Jeneponto, Bantaeng, Bulukumba, and Selayar Islands. Additionally, Enrekang and Sidenreng Rappang are forecast to experience rain. Meanwhile, Soppeng, Wajo, and Bone are predicted to be cloudy, whilst Sinjai has potential for rain.
In northern South Sulawesi regions such as North Toraja, Tana Toraja, Palopo, Luwu, North Luwu, and East Luwu are also predicted to experience rain during the Eid exodus period.
Regarding weather conditions on Eid day, BMKG forecasts varying weather conditions across several regions, with areas potentially experiencing light rain. Pinrang is estimated to be cloudy, whilst Parepare, Barru, Pangkajene and Islands, Maros, and Makassar potentially will experience rain.
Rainy conditions are also expected in Gowa, Takalar, and Selayar Islands. Meanwhile, Jeneponto, Bantaeng, and Bulukumba are estimated to be cloudy. Enrekang, Sidenreng Rappang, Soppeng, Wajo, and Bone are also predicted to be cloudy, whilst Sinjai has potential for rain.
In North Toraja, Tana Toraja, Palopo, North Luwu, and East Luwu regions are estimated to be cloudy, whilst Luwu region potentially will experience rain.
Nasrol expressed hope that the public will monitor weather forecast information during the exodus period to ensure safe travel.
“We strongly encourage the public to undertake exodus journeys with safety and comfort whilst paying attention to weather information,” he said.
Head of the Sultan Hasanuddin Meteorological Station, Kukuh Ribudiyanto, stated that his team will continue to monitor all airports in South Sulawesi. Seven airports are being monitored in relation to exodus and return flights.