[SMM Nickel Flash News] Weekly Weather Outlook (August 3–7)

Published: Aug 3, 2026 09:00

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Indonesia's major nickel-producing regions are expected to experience generally manageable weather conditions, with Central Sulawesi (Morowali) forecast to receive 10–30 mm of rainfall, posing minimal disruption to mining and logistics. Southeast Sulawesi (Konawe) is forecast to receive 20–40 mm of rainfall, with mostly light showers and only isolated afternoon rainfall of 1–9 mm, allowing mining and port operations to continue normally. Halmahera is expected to remain the wettest region with 40–80 mm of rainfall, which may cause temporary interruptions to mining, hauling, and port operations during heavier showers, while Obi Island is forecast to receive 15–35 mm, allowing operations to remain largely unaffected. In the Philippines, Palawan is forecast to receive 30–60 mm of rainfall, resulting in only a limited risk of localized delays to mining and vessel loading, while Homonhon Island is expected to receive a relatively lower 10–20 mm, supporting favorable mining and shipping conditions. Meanwhile, Zambales (West Luzon) is forecast to receive the heaviest rainfall of 80–140 mm, with rainfall intensity reaching 4.7–22 mm. A severe flood warning and wind gusts of up to 44–57 kt by Friday may increase the risk of localized disruptions to mining, inland transportation, and port operations. Overall, weather-related remains limited, with only localized operational disruptions in the wetter regions, particularly Halmahera and Zambales.

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