Temperatures Drop Across Syria as Rain Forecast for Coastal Regions
Most regions in Syria are experiencing a drop in temperatures today, Sunday, with readings remaining approximately 1 to 3 degrees Celsius below the general seasonal average for this time of year. According to the National Center for Meteorology, the daytime weather is characterized by moderate temperatures and partial cloud cover, which is expected to thicken at times in coastal, northwestern, and southwestern regions.
Weather forecasts indicate a continued chance of scattered, random rain showers in these areas. In some instances, particularly in coastal regions where atmospheric activity is currently noted, these showers may be heavy and accompanied by thunderstorms. During the night, a generally cool climate will prevail across all governorates, with temperatures dropping further in mountainous areas. High humidity levels are expected to contribute to a greater sense of cold.
Authorities have issued warnings to citizens regarding the potential formation of fog during the late night and early morning hours in parts of the central, northwestern, and some southern regions, which could impact horizontal visibility. Regarding wind movement, weather reports indicate that winds will be south-easterly in the eastern region and the Jazira area, while they will be south-westerly in the remaining regions. Wind speeds are expected to range from light to moderate, with noticeable activity in the afternoon in the form of gusts that may exceed 40 km/h. Sea conditions will remain light in terms of wave height.
Regarding temperatures recorded across the Syrian governorates, Damascus recorded a maximum of 26°C and a minimum of 12°C. In coastal regions, Latakia recorded a high of 25°C and a low of 18°C, while Tartus recorded 26°C and 18°C respectively. In the eastern region, temperatures in Deir ez-Zor reached a high of 28°C and a low of 16°C, while Al-Hasakah saw 27°C and 17°C.
Temperatures varied in other governorates as follows: Aleppo recorded 23°C for the high and 13°C for the low, Hama 27°C and 14°C, Daraa 24°C and 14°C, As-Suwayda 21°C and 10°C, and Quneitra 21°C and 8°C. In the Rif Dimashq-Qalamoun area, the temperature reached a maximum of 20°C and a minimum of 9°C, while Homs recorded 26°C and 15°C, Idlib 23°C and 15°C, and Raqqa 25°C and 15°C.
Source: Syria Focus Arabic
