Weekend weather forecast: Intense heat and humidity as monsoon depression deepens

Kuwait’s Meteorology Department expects the country to be affected by an extension of the Indian monsoon depression, bringing with it a hot and humid air mass and variable southeasterly winds.

According to the weather forecast by Friday a shift in winds to northwesterly, dry, and very hot conditions will gradually deepen.

Acting Director of the Meteorology Department, Dharar Al-Ali, told the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) on Thursday that today’s weather will be hot and humid, particularly in coastal areas, with southeasterly winds ranging from 6 to 28 km/h.

The maximum temperature is expected to range between 32°C and 44°C, with sea conditions remaining light to moderate and wave heights of 1 to 3 feet.

Tonight, Al-Ali said the weather will continue to be hot and humid, with southeasterly to variable winds at 6 to 26 km/h. Temperatures are expected to dip slightly to 27°C to 30°C, while sea conditions remain stable.

On Friday, the day will be very hot and relatively humid in coastal regions, as winds gradually shift to northwesterly at speeds between 8 to 28 km/h. Daytime temperatures will spike to between 47 and 49°C, with light to moderate sea conditions.

Friday night will also be hot, with northwesterly variable winds at 8 to 30 km/h, and minimum temperatures between 28 and 31°C.

Saturday will bring even more extreme heat, with daytime highs reaching 49 – 51°C, accompanied by northwesterly to variable winds at 8 to 32 km/h. Sea waves may rise slightly, ranging from 1 to 4 feet.

Saturday night will maintain the hot conditions, with similar wind patterns and temperatures ranging between 28 and 31°C.

The department concluded that the weekend will be characterized by very hot days and humid nights, especially in coastal areas, urging the public to take precautions and stay hydrated.