Meteorologists forecast hot weather in coastal and desert areas, with limited rainfall expected in mountainous regions.

Weather Forecast for Coastal and Mountainous Regions

The General Authority for Civil Aviation and Meteorology’s Weather Forecast and Early Warning Center has released its latest weather predictions for Saturday. The forecast indicates that coastal areas and their surroundings will experience clear to partly cloudy skies, with hot temperatures during the day and moderate conditions at night. Winds will generally remain light to moderate along the coasts.

Mountainous Areas and Rainfall Predictions

According to the daily weather bulletin, which the Yemeni News Agency (Saba) received, the mountainous regions will also see clear to partly cloudy skies. There is a possibility of scattered rain accompanied by occasional thunder in limited areas of the northwestern highlands. Meanwhile, desert and plateau regions will experience clear skies, with hot daytime temperatures and relatively cooler nights. Winds in these areas may occasionally strengthen, stirring up dust and sand.

Temperature Expectations

The forecast outlines expected maximum and minimum temperatures for Saturday in various regions:

• Coastal Areas:

  • Aden: 36°C / 29°C
  • Mukalla: 33°C / 27°C
  • Hodeidah: 35°C / 31°C
  • Socotra: 37°C / 27°C
  • Mokha: 35°C / 30°C
  • Al-Ghaydah: 38°C / 29°C
  • Zinjibar: 35°C / 29°C
  • Lahij: 37°C / 28°C

• Desert and Plateau Regions:

  • Sayun: 40°C / 25°C
  • Marib: 39°C / 27°C
  • Ataq: 39°C / 26°C
  • Bayhan: 37°C / 24°C
• Mountainous Areas:
  • Sana’a: 31°C / 15°C
  • Taiz: 32°C / 18°C
  • Dhamar: 28°C / 12°C
  • Al-Dhale: 32°C / 19°C
  • Ibb: 29°C / 16°C
  • Al-Bayda: 32°C / 15°C

Safety Warnings for Citizens

The center has issued a warning to citizens and vehicle drivers in areas expecting rainfall. They advise avoiding valleys and dry riverbeds during this time. Additionally, residents in desert and coastal regions should take precautions against the hot weather and direct sun exposure. The center recommends staying hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.

Marine Conditions

In its daily marine bulletin, the Weather Forecast and Early Warning Center predicts that sea conditions along the coasts of Al-Mahra, Hadramout, Shabwa, Abyan, Aden, Bab al-Mandab, the western coasts, and the Socotra Archipelago will remain calm. The waters of the Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden, and the Red Sea are also expected to have light waves.

This comprehensive weather update aims to keep the public informed and safe during varying weather conditions across Yemen.

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