Brace for showers and some shivers

TDT | Manama

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Bahrain is gearing up for an unsettled stretch of weather, with scattered rain, gusty winds, thick clouds and a noticeable drop in temperatures expected over the coming days.

Several parts of Muharraq, the Northern Governorate, Riffa and Sitra were splashed by light to moderate showers yesterday, as a low-pressure system tightened its grip on the kingdom. Its impact became more pronounced last night and is set to continue today.

According to the Meteorological Directorate at the Ministry of Transportation and Communications, thunderstorms accompanied by strong gusts of wind are possible, with skies turning partly cloudy to overcast. Residents are advised to brace for a chill as temperatures dip through the weekend, with partly cloudy conditions expected until tomorrow. Chances of scattered rain are set to linger into Monday as well.

Municipal councils and municipalities say they are on full alert, coordinating with relevant authorities and preparing for any contingencies to ensure smooth traffic flow and safeguard lives and property.

The Coast Guard Command has urged sea-goers to exercise caution amid rain and winds, while the General Directorate of Traffic is calling on motorists to drive carefully, maintain safe distances, follow proper lane discipline and avoid distractions on the road. Forecasters say temperatures will begin sliding from Saturday, with a cold wave arriving on Monday. During this period, temperatures could fall below 16°C, paired with humidity levels climbing above 95%. Similar weather across the GCC

Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and other Gulf Cooperation Council member states are also experiencing similar turbulent weather patterns.

Saudi Arabia’s National Centre for Meteorology (NCM) has forecast moderate to heavy thunderstorms capable of triggering flash floods, accompanied by hail and strong winds. Regions including Makkah, Madinah, Qassim, Riyadh, the Eastern Province and the Northern Borders are expected to be affected. Wind speeds could reach 40km/h and occasionally touch 50km/h.

In the UAE, residents have been alerted to prepare for a week of shifting weather as cloudy skies, scattered rainfall and gusty winds take hold. The NCM said the country is entering a spell of unstable conditions driven by surface and upper-level low-pressure systems.

Qatar Meteorology reported that cloud cover is expected to increase across the country from Friday, December 12, continuing through next week—signalling more unsettled weather in the region.

Kuwait, in its latest update, said it too would see scattered rainfall over the weekend, along with the possibility of evening fog.