Kuwait Experiences Freezing Conditions Due to a European Cold Air Mass

 
 
 

Kuwait is currently experiencing a period of cold weather, influenced by a high-pressure system extending from Eastern Europe. The cold air mass is expected to result in cold daytime temperatures and very cold conditions at night, with a significant possibility of frost formation in agricultural and desert areas.

Forecast for Saturday: Cold with Cloudy Skies

According to Dharar Al-Ali, Director of the Meteorological Department, the weather on Saturday will be cold during the day, with northwesterly to variable winds blowing at speeds between 8 to 32 kilometers per hour. Light to moderate winds will occasionally become active, which will enhance the cold feeling, especially at night.

At night, temperatures will drop significantly, and frost is expected in agricultural and desert regions.

Sunday's Forecast: Cold and Cloudy with Rain Chance

On Sunday, the cold weather will continue, with increasing cloud cover and a shift in wind direction. The winds will shift from variable to northwesterly, blowing at speeds of 8 to 30 km/h.

At night, the weather will remain cold, with a chance of scattered light rain later in the evening.

Monday's Forecast: Cold with Scattered Rain and Thunder Possible

Monday’s weather will be cold with partly cloudy to cloudy skies, and there is a chance of scattered rain. Winds will be southeasterly to variable, blowing at speeds of 10 to 35 km/h.

At night, the weather will continue to be cold with scattered rain, potentially accompanied by thunder.

Precautions and Recommendations

Al-Ali advised citizens and residents to stay updated on weather conditions by visiting the Kuwait Meteorological Department’s official website, as well as their app and social media channels (KuwaitMet), to ensure they take the necessary precautions.

 
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