Kuwait To Experience Whopping 50°C Heatwave Amid Rising Dust Over The Weekend

The Kuwait Meteorological Department predicts a heat wave this weekend, with temperatures surpassing 50 degrees Celsius in some regions. The weather will be extremely hot during the day and warm at night, accompanied by active northwesterly winds that will raise dust and reduce visibility, especially in open areas. Director Abdulaziz Al-Qarawi informed KUNA that Thursday's weather will be very hot, with moderate to active northwesterly winds blowing at speeds between 20 and 50 kilometers per hour, raising dust.

Wind and dust will accompany the hot weather prevailing in the country. Maximum temperatures are anticipated to range between 49 and 51 degrees Celsius, and the sea will have moderate to high waves ranging from 3 to 6 feet. Al-Qarawi added that Thursday night will be warm, with light to moderate northwesterly winds, occasionally active along the coast, blowing at speeds between 12 and 42 kilometers per hour.

The minimum temperature is expected to be between 35 and 37 degrees Celsius, and the sea will have light to moderate waves, sometimes rising between 2 and 6 feet. Friday's weather is forecasted to be very hot, with light to moderate northwesterly winds, occasionally active, between 12 and 45 kilometers per hour, causing dust. Maximum temperatures will range between 48 and 50 degrees Celsius, and the sea will have light to moderate waves, occasionally rising between 2 and 6 feet.

What Weather to Expect Over the Weekend?

On Friday night, the weather will remain warm, with light to moderate northwesterly winds blowing at speeds between 10 and 38 kilometers per hour. The minimum temperature will be between 33 and 35 degrees Celsius, and the sea will have light to moderate waves, ranging between 2 and 5 feet. Saturday's weather is expected to be very hot, with light to moderate northwesterly winds, occasionally active, between 12 and 40 kilometers per hour.

Maximum temperatures on Saturday will range between 48 and 50 degrees Celsius. The sea conditions are predicted to have light to moderate waves that may rise occasionally from 2 to 6 feet. Saturday night is expected to remain warm with light to moderate northwesterly winds blowing at speeds of up to 32 kilometers per hour.

The minimum temperature on Saturday night is forecasted to be between 34 and 36 degrees Celsius. Sea conditions during this time are expected to have light waves ranging from one foot up to three feet.

This weekend's extreme heat conditions call for caution among residents. Staying hydrated and avoiding outdoor activities during peak hours can help mitigate health risks associated with such high temperatures.