Qatar experiences scattered rains and fall in temperature

NT Bureau

Doha: Qatar experienced scattered rains and a fall in temperature on Friday.

The minimum temperature recorded on Friday was 19°C at Abu Samra and Turayna areas. The weathermen have forecast that temperature in Doha on Saturday will range between 21°C and 29°C.

The Qatar Meteorology Department had on Wednesday predicted thundery rains during the weekend.  The QMD said that on Saturday, the northern areas are expected to experience thundery rain accompanied by strong wind and high sea offshore. 

Winds will shift from southeasterly to northeasterly direction at 5-15 knots, with gusts reaching up to 25 knots, at places at times.

Offshore, it will be southeasterly to northeasterly at 5-15 knots, gusting to 22 knots at northern areas at first.

The temperature in Doha tomorrow will range between 21°C and 29°C. The minimum temperature recorded today is 19°C at Abu Samra and Turayna areas.

Meanwhile, as driving during Ramadan can be challenging especially during poor weather condition, the Ministry of Interior (MoI) urges motorists to take extra caution behind the wheel in order to prevent accidents. Here are traffic safety guidelines for motorists during Ramadan.

QMD and MOI remind the public to exercise caution during the inclement weather.