Meteorologists predict hot weather in coastal and desert areas, with scattered rain in mountainous regions.

Weather Forecast for Coastal and Inland Areas

The General Authority for Civil Aviation and Meteorology’s forecasting center has issued a weather report for Saturday, predicting varied conditions across different regions. Coastal areas and their surroundings can expect partly cloudy skies, with warm and humid conditions during the day and moderate temperatures at night. There is a chance of scattered rain in the Socotra Archipelago and eastern coasts. Winds will remain moderate along the eastern and southern shores, while the southwestern and western coasts will also experience moderate breezes.

Mountainous Regions and Desert Areas

In its daily weather bulletin, which the Yemen News Agency (Saba) received, the center anticipates partly cloudy weather in mountainous regions. Limited scattered rain may occur in parts of the western highlands. Conversely, desert and plateau areas will experience relatively dusty conditions, with hot temperatures during the day and moderate temperatures at night. Winds may occasionally intensify, stirring up dust and sand.

Temperature Predictions

The forecast for maximum and minimum temperatures on Saturday is as follows:

• Coastal Areas:

  • Aden: 38°C / 29°C
  • Mukalla: 37°C / 28°C
  • Hodeidah: 36°C / 30°C
  • Socotra: 36°C / 26°C
  • Mokha: 37°C / 30°C
  • Al-Ghaydah: 36°C / 28°C
  • Zinjibar: 37°C / 28°C
  • Lahij: 38°C / 28°C

• Desert and Plateau Areas:

  • Sayun: 42°C / 24°C
  • Marib: 41°C / 24°C
  • Ataq: 40°C / 26°C
  • Bayhan: 39°C / 25°C
• Mountainous Areas:
  • Sana’a: 31°C / 15°C
  • Taiz: 36°C / 19°C
  • Dhamar: 29°C / 13°C
  • Al-Dhale: 35°C / 20°C
  • Ibb: 31°C / 16°C
  • Al-Bayda: 31°C / 15°C

Health and Safety Advisory

The center urges residents in desert and coastal areas to take precautions against the hot weather and direct sun exposure. It recommends staying hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. Additionally, drivers in areas expecting rain should exercise caution.

Marine Conditions

In its daily marine bulletin, the forecasting center predicts calm seas along the western coasts. However, the waters off Al-Mahrah, Hadramout, Shabwa, Abyan, Aden, and Bab al-Mandab will experience moderate waves. The sea conditions around the Socotra Archipelago will be rough. Furthermore, the center warns fishermen and sea-goers near Socotra, the Arabian Sea, and the eastern and southern coasts of potential rough seas, high waves, and strong winds.

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

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