Chances of scattered moderate to heavy rain in Qatar this coming week, says QMD. Pic: Marivie Alabanza / The Peninsula
Doha, Qatar: The country is likely to witness moderate to heavy rainfall this coming week that may turn into thundery at times, the Qatar Meteorology Department (QMD) has said.
In a post on social media, QMD stated:
"According to the latest numerical forecast model, it's expected that the weather will be partly cloudy to cloudy from Sunday 14/4/2024 and during the next week, and there is chance for scattered rain from moderate to heavy in intensity maybe thundery at places associated with strong wind at times."
Meanwhile, the weather forecast tomorrow, April 13, said that it will be a cloudy Saturday with chances of scattered rain that may be accompanied with thunder.
Today, April 12, Turayna area recorded the highest temperature at 35°C.
Civil Aviation Authority (Meteorological Department) urged the public to be cautious and follow safety guidelines during thunderstorms, and to check weather updates from official sources.