The National Center for Meteorology has issued a forecast indicating fluctuating temperatures across the northwestern regions of the country. On Wednesday, April 16, 2025, the center reported that most northern areas are experiencing active winds stirring up dust and dirt.
The weather is generally fair today, with scattered clouds and light rain expected in some regions. Winds are predicted to be moderate to active, blowing from the southeast to the southwest, which may contribute to reduced visibility due to dust storms.
In the area from Ras Jadir to Sirte, including Sahl Al-Jafara and Jabal Nafusa, temperatures are expected to range from 26 to 33 degrees Celsius. Meanwhile, other regions may see temperatures between 34 and 39 degrees Celsius. A notable drop in temperatures is anticipated from the evening onwards, with further declines expected tomorrow.
The forecast for the Gulf and Sahl Benghazi regions indicates partly cloudy skies that may thicken at times, with moderate to active winds from the southeast to east, also stirring up dust and reducing visibility. By tomorrow evening, winds are expected to shift to the northwest, with temperatures ranging from 23 to 30 degrees Celsius in the green mountain areas and the extreme eastern coastline, while Gulf and Sahl Benghazi regions will see temperatures between 32 and 35 degrees Celsius.
In the southern regions, including Jafra, Sebha, Ghat, and Ghadames, the skies will remain mostly clear, with occasional clouds. Winds will be light to moderate from the southeast, with temperatures ranging from 35 to 38 degrees Celsius.
For the areas of the oases, including Al-Sir, Tazirbu, and Kufra, the weather is expected to be clear to slightly cloudy, with temperatures between 29 and 33 degrees Celsius.
In a related forecast, the General Directorate of Meteorology at Rafik Hariri International Airport has predicted that on Thursday, April 17, 2025, the weather will be clear to slightly cloudy, with a significant rise in temperatures returning to seasonal averages. There will be a decrease in humidity and active winds, particularly in the southern parts of the country.
On Friday, April 18, 2025, the forecast remains similar, with clear to slightly cloudy skies and a further increase in temperatures, exceeding seasonal averages. Winds will continue to be active.
Saturday, April 19, 2025, will see slightly cloudy conditions with an additional rise in temperatures, while winds will remain active. By Sunday, April 20, 2025, the weather is expected to be less clear, with moderate increases in temperatures in the interior and high altitudes, while coastal areas may experience a decrease in temperatures.
In Morocco, the General Directorate of Meteorology has also released a forecast for Wednesday, April 16, 2025, predicting scattered showers in the Tangier region, Loukous, the Reef, Gharb, Sais, Oulmes, Chaouia, and the Middle Atlas. Snowfall is expected over the high altitudes of the Middle Atlas during the morning.
Strong gusts of wind are forecasted in various regions, including the Mediterranean coast, eastern region, High Atlas, and central Atlantic coasts, with local dust storms in the eastern and Saharan regions. The sea conditions are expected to be rough to very rough along the Mediterranean coast.
The General Meteorological Authority in Egypt has announced the expected weather conditions from Wednesday, April 16, 2025, to Monday, April 21, 2025 (Sham El-Nessim). The authority noted that mild weather will prevail in Greater Cairo and the northern coast, with moderate heat in southern Sinai and southern Egypt, and cooler temperatures at night and early morning.
On Wednesday, dust is expected to stir up on some agricultural and fast roads. Active winds will affect areas of Greater Cairo, the northern coast, southern Sinai, and northern Upper Egypt.
Starting Thursday, April 17, 2025, a gradual increase in temperatures is expected across most regions, with values ranging from 2 to 4 degrees. Temperatures in Cairo and the northern coast are forecasted to range from 28 to 32 degrees, while southern Egypt will see temperatures between 36 and 38 degrees.
In Qatar, the Meteorological Department has warned citizens about sudden weather changes with the onset of the nights of the asterism "Al-Thuraia Al-Oula" lasting for 13 days. During this period, nights will remain hot, with the possibility of thunderstorms and hail accompanied by active winds carrying dust and dirt.
The Meteorological Department advised that during this period, unexpected weather changes will occur, including the formation of cumulus clouds and the potential for thunderstorms, emphasizing the need for residents to stay alert.
As weather patterns shift across the region, citizens are urged to stay informed and prepared for the varying conditions expected in the coming days. With temperatures fluctuating and winds stirring up dust, it’s crucial to remain vigilant, particularly for those in affected areas.
