Haze in Singapore retreats with rainy weather's arrival

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"As we go into the inter-monsoon period between the latter part of October and November, the winds become light and variable, and there is an increase in showers which reduces the likelihood of transboundary haze, especially with wet weather in the coming weeks," MSS told The Straits Times. So far, air quality in Singapore hit unhealthy levels on only one day in 2023 — and for the first time since 2019 — on Oct 7 when the 24-hour Pollutant Standards Index readings ranged between 67 and 123 at 9pm.Thunderstorms have already descended upon Singapore, with more showers forecast over the next few days.

However, because light wind conditions are more common during these inter-monsoon months, there may be brief periods when particulate matter accumulates in the air, resulting in hazy conditions. This would typically occur overnight and in the early morning, said the agency.La Nina, which brings with it cooler weather, has led to prolonged wet weather in the region, sparing Singapore from major fire or haze events. MSS declared the onset of El Nino on Aug 11.

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