Heavy rains in governorates, unstable weather to continue

In line with the forecast of Oman Meteorology for the rest of the week, several wilayats of the northern governorates, such as Mad’ha, Al Buraimi, Shinas, Liwa, Suhar and Ibri received heavy rains on Wednesday.

Temperatures are likely to drop in most of the governorates of the Sultanate of Oman, especially in the hilly areas.

Low temperatures were recorded in various governorates, including -4°C in Jabal Shams and 2.9 °C in Saiq. Muscat will have a maximum temperature of 22°C and a minimum of 16°C, while Suhar and Sur will have temperatures in a similar range.

According to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), Oman will continue to be affected by air troughs or low pressure until Saturday, and the cloud cover will be spread over the governorates of Musandam, North Al Batinah, South Al Batinah, Al Buraimi, Al Dhahirah, Al Dakhiliyah and Muscat, leading to chances of heavy rain, including thunderstorms and hail.

The impact of the air trough will be extended to North Al Sharqiyah, South Al Sharqiyah, Al Wusta and Dhofar.

According to CAA or Oman Meteorology, rainfall in the range of 10 to 60 mm will lead to flowing wadis, snowfall and frost formation on mountain peaks, and active downward winds with a speed of 15 and 40 knots may lead to rising dust in open areas.

According to an official at Oman Meteorology, “Initially rain clouds will be concentrated in Musandam, northern governorates and areas around Hajar Mountains, but will gradually extend to the coastal areas of Dhofar Governorate.”