These two days, strong wind/heavy rain, is it the start of monsoon or from the effect of recent typhoon ? ?

Question

Not too sure of the causes, these two days in S'pore. Can someone throw some light to it?

Answer 1

WEATHER OUTLOOK FOR (16 - 31 August 2008)

1.      For the second half of August 2008, weak Southwest Monsoon conditions should prevail over Singapore and the surrounding region. The surface winds over Singapore are expected to blow predominantly from the southeast.

2.      During this period, short duration showers with thunder are expected on 7 to 8 days in the late morning and afternoon.

3.      Rainfall for the month of August 2008 is expected to be above average for most parts of Singapore.

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NEA says it's the monsoon.