Kuwait Braces for Intense Heat, Dusty Conditions Until Tuesday
Kuwait will continue to experience extremely hot weather accompanied by dust-raising northwesterly winds until Tuesday, with temperatures expected to soar as high as 51°C, according to the Kuwait Meteorological Department.
Acting Director of the Meteorological Department, Dharar Al-Ali, said the country is currently under the influence of an extension of a surface low-pressure system coupled with a very hot air mass. This weather pattern is generating moderate to brisk northwesterly winds, which are expected to become strong at times, stirring up sand and dust and reducing horizontal visibility in several areas.
Al-Ali noted that wind speeds are expected to gradually ease during the evening hours, allowing dust to settle and visibility to improve. Coastal areas and islands are also likely to experience relatively humid conditions during the night.
According to the department, daytime temperatures across inland areas are forecast to range between 49°C and 51°C, while coastal regions and islands are expected to record highs between 37°C and 45°C. Nighttime temperatures are projected to remain high, ranging from 34°C to 37°C.
The forecast indicates that the country will continue to experience very hot conditions during the day through Tuesday, with northwesterly winds blowing at speeds of 20 to 55 km/h. These winds may occasionally intensify, causing blowing dust and reduced visibility, particularly in open areas.
During the evenings, conditions are expected to remain hot to warm, with lighter northwesterly winds ranging between 10 and 40 km/h. Dust is expected to gradually subside as wind activity decreases.
The Meteorological Department has advised residents to take necessary precautions during the ongoing heatwave. People are urged to remain indoors or in air-conditioned environments during peak afternoon hours, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, and drink plenty of water and other fluids to reduce the risk of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and sunstroke.
Authorities continue to monitor weather conditions and have urged the public to stay updated through official forecasts and advisories.
