Meteorologists forecast mild weather in coastal areas and nearby regions, with cold temperatures in the mountainous highlands.

The General Authority for Civil Aviation and Meteorology’s Weather Forecast and Early Warning Center has issued its latest weather predictions for Saturday. The forecast indicates generally clear to partly cloudy conditions across coastal areas, with moderate temperatures. However, the eastern coast may experience some dust, while light to moderate winds will prevail along the southern and eastern coasts. In contrast, stronger winds will blow through Bab al-Mandab and the southern western coasts, reaching speeds of 18 to 28 knots.

Mountainous Areas to Experience Cooler Temperatures

According to the daily weather bulletin, which the Yemeni News Agency (Saba) received, the mountainous regions will face cold to relatively cold temperatures during the night and early morning. This will particularly affect parts of the western and southwestern highlands, where sporadic rainfall may occur. The southern highlands and interior plateaus will also experience relatively cool weather. Meanwhile, desert and plateau areas will see sunny and somewhat dusty conditions, with hot to relatively hot temperatures during the day and moderate temperatures at night. Active winds will stir up sand and dust in these regions.

Temperature Predictions for Various Regions

The forecast outlines the expected maximum and minimum temperatures for Saturday across different areas:

• Coastal Areas:
  • Aden: 30°C / 24°C
  • Mukalla: 29°C / 23°C
  • Hodeidah: 30°C / 24°C
  • Socotra: 30°C / 20°C
  • Mokha: 31°C / 23°C
  • Al-Ghaydah: 28°C / 19°C
  • Zinjibar: 30°C / 24°C
  • Lahij: 29°C / 22°C
• Desert and Plateau Areas:
  • Sayun: 34°C / 15°C
  • Marib: 31°C / 17°C
  • Ataq: 31°C / 17°C
  • Bayhan: 30°C / 13°C
• Mountainous Areas:
  • Sana’a: 28°C / 09°C
  • Taiz: 29°C / 13°C
  • Dhamar: 26°C / 07°C
  • Al-Dhale: 29°C / 13°C
  • Ibb: 27°C / 13°C
  • Al-Bayda: 27°C / 08°C

Health Warnings for Residents

The center has reiterated its warning to residents in elevated mountainous areas about low temperatures during the night and early morning. Citizens, especially children and the elderly, should take necessary precautions. Additionally, the center cautions individuals with respiratory conditions to avoid direct exposure to dust and sand.

Marine Conditions Forecast

In its daily marine bulletin, the Weather Forecast and Early Warning Center predicts calm sea conditions along the coasts of Al-Mahra, Hadramout, Shabwa, Abyan, Aden, Bab al-Mandab, the western coasts, and the Socotra Archipelago. The regional waters in the Arabian Sea, Gulf of Aden, and the Red Sea will also experience light wave activity.

This comprehensive weather forecast aims to keep the public informed and prepared for the varying conditions across Yemen.

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