Rain Radar Singapore — Live Rain Map

Q: Where is it raining in Singapore now?

You can see where it is raining in Singapore right now using the live rain radar map on this page. The rain areas are shown as coloured overlays on the Singapore base map, updated every 5 minutes. The brightest colours indicate the heaviest rain. If you are asking "is it raining in Singapore now?" or "which part of Singapore is raining now?", the rain map above gives you the answer in real time.

Q: How often is the Singapore rain radar map updated?

The NEA rain radar map is updated every 5 minutes, providing near real-time precipitation data for Singapore and surrounding areas. Our system automatically fetches the latest images from the Meteorological Service Singapore, so the live rain map always reflects the most recent radar sweep.

Q: What do the colors on the rain map mean?

The colors indicate rainfall intensity: light blue/green represents light rain (0.5-2 mm/hr), yellow/orange indicates moderate rain (2-10 mm/hr), red shows heavy rain (10-30 mm/hr), and purple/white represents very heavy or intense rainfall (over 30 mm/hr). Use the legend on the radar to read the rain areas at a glance.

Q: What is the difference between the 50 km and 480 km rain radar?

The 50 km rain radar shows detailed precipitation across Singapore and the immediate surrounding area, ideal for checking rain areas near you. The 480 km Singapore weather radar covers a much wider region across Southeast Asia, useful for tracking larger weather systems and monsoon rain bands approaching Singapore.

Q: Is the rain radar a forecast or current conditions?

The rain radar shows actual detected precipitation, not forecasts. The radar data is highly accurate for current conditions within its range. For the short-term outlook, use the NEA 2-hour nowcast, which predicts rain areas for the next two hours based on the latest radar imagery.

Q: What is the data source for the rain radar?

The rain radar data comes directly from the Meteorological Service Singapore (MSS), a division of the National Environment Agency (NEA). The data is sourced from weather radar stations located in Singapore and republished here in real time.

Q: How do I do a rain check in Singapore?

A "rain check" in Singapore means quickly looking at the live rain radar to see if it is raining where you are or where you are going. Open this page, glance at the rain map, and you will instantly see the current rain areas across Singapore. The animated radar also shows the direction the rain is moving.

Live rain radar map & rain areas across Singapore, updated every 5 minutes

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About the Singapore Rain Radar

The Singapore rain radar on this page displays real-time precipitation data sourced directly from the Meteorological Service Singapore. The rain map is updated every 5 minutes, giving you an accurate, near-live view of rain areas across Singapore right now. Use it to find out where it is raining in Singapore before you leave home or while you are out.

The animated NEA rain radar loops through the most recent frames so you can see the direction the rain is moving. The 50 km range covers all of Singapore with high detail; switch to the 480 km range to track regional weather systems and monsoon rain bands approaching from across Southeast Asia. If you just need a quick rain check for Singapore, the latest frame is shown by default.

Rain Intensity Guide (mm/hr):

Light Rain - Drizzle, light showers (0.1-1 mm/hr)
Moderate Rain - Steady rain (1-4 mm/hr)
Heavy Rain - Strong showers (4-10 mm/hr)
Very Heavy Rain - Downpour (10-20 mm/hr)
Intense Rain - Very heavy downpour (20-50 mm/hr)
Torrential Rain - Extreme rain (>50 mm/hr)

Related Information

2-Hour Nowcast

Short-term forecast by area

Weather Warnings

Active alerts and advisories

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is it raining in Singapore now?

How often is the Singapore rain radar map updated?

What do the colors on the rain map mean?

What is the difference between the 50 km and 480 km rain radar?

Is the rain radar a forecast or current conditions?

What is the data source for the rain radar?

How do I do a rain check in Singapore?