KL now ranked seventh hottest city in Southeast Asia

As a sweltering heatwave envelops Southeast Asia, Kuala Lumpur ranks seventh among the hottest capital cities at 34°C, according to @seasia.stats on Instagram. Yangon tops the list at 39°C, followed by Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh.

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AccuWeather forecasts anticipate temperatures to soar further, with Kuala Lumpur expected to hit 45.9°C. However, today’s readings show a slight decrease, with Kuala Lumpur at 31°C. Yangon and Bangkok also experience slight drops, while Ho Chi Minh’s temperature remains steady. The extreme heat prompts concerns for public health and underscores the region’s vulnerability to climate change.