Kuwait City – The Meteorological Department has forecast that the weekend will bring very hot daytime temperatures and hot to humid nights, with the coastal regions expected to feel the brunt of the humidity.
Thursday’s Forecast
Acting Director of the Meteorological Department, Dharar Al-Ali, told the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that Thursday’s weather will be dominated by northwesterly to variable winds, light to moderate in strength, ranging between 8 and 38 km/h. High clouds will pass over the skies, and maximum temperatures are projected to hover between 47°C and 49°C. The sea will remain light to moderate, with wave heights ranging from 1 to 5 feet.
In the evening, the weather will cool slightly but remain hot to very warm, with northwesterly variable winds at 8 to 28 km/h. Some high clouds will persist, and the minimum temperature is expected to range between 32°C and 34°C. Sea conditions will be calm to moderate, with waves between 1 and 3 feet.
Friday’s Forecast
Friday is expected to be very hot and relatively humid, especially along the coastal belt. Winds will shift from northwesterly to southeasterly, blowing at speeds between 10 and 38 km/h. Scattered clouds will appear, and maximum temperatures will likely range between 46°C and 48°C. The sea will remain light to moderate, with waves of 2 to 5 feet.
At night, the air will turn hot and humid, with light southeasterly winds at 6 to 28 km/h. Some scattered clouds will linger, and there will be a chance of light fog in coastal zones. Nighttime lows are forecast between 29°C and 31°C, and the sea will stay light to moderate, with waves of 1 to 4 feet.
Saturday’s Forecast
Saturday’s conditions will be similar, with very hot and humid weather during the day along coastal areas. Winds will be variable and southeasterly, at 8 to 35 km/h, accompanied by scattered clouds. Temperatures will peak between 45°C and 47°C, while the sea will be light to moderate, with waves from 1 to 5 feet.
During the night, the weather will be hot and humid in coastal regions, with partial cloud cover. Winds will turn northwesterly variable, at speeds of 8 to 30 km/h. Minimum temperatures will range from 31°C to 33°C, and wave heights will be between 1 and 4 feet.
Summary
Kuwait’s weekend weather will be dominated by scorching daytime heat and humid nights, with occasional scattered clouds and a risk of light fog forming in the early mornings, particularly along the coast. Residents are advised to limit outdoor activities during peak afternoon hours, stay hydrated, and take precautions against heat and humidity.
