Ramallah: The Palestinian Meteorological Department (PMD) reported that Palestine will continue to be affected by a persistent low-pressure system today, resulting in a further drop in temperatures. The cooler weather conditions will primarily impact the mountainous regions, with scattered showers anticipated across most parts of the country. At times, these showers may be accompanied by thunderstorms and hail. The likelihood of precipitation is expected to diminish as the evening progresses, with winds shifting from southeasterly to northwesterly at moderate speeds. The sea waves are predicted to be moderately rough.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency - WAFA, the overnight weather is expected to remain partly cloudy and cold, with a sustained possibility of light and scattered rain in certain areas. The wind direction will vary from southwesterly to northwesterly at moderate speeds, maintaining moderately rough sea conditions.
Forecasts for Wednesday indicate partly cloudy skies with a further decrease in temperatures, leading to cold conditions, particularly in the mountainous areas. Scattered showers are forecasted in some regions, notably in the southern parts of the country, and may be accompanied by thunderstorms at intervals until midday. Winds will generally be moderate but may occasionally strengthen, coming from the northwest to northeast, with sea waves maintaining a moderately rough state.
Thursday is expected to bring generally clear weather with a slight rise in temperatures, though it will remain cold, especially in the mountainous regions. Winds will vary from light to moderate, with occasional brisk spells from the southeast to northwest, while sea waves are expected to be low.
As the week progresses into Friday, the weather is predicted to be partly cloudy with a continued rise in temperatures, yet staying cold in the mountains. The winds are expected to remain light to moderate with occasional brisk spells, transitioning from southeast to northwest, and the sea waves are anticipated to stay low.
The PMD has issued warnings to the public regarding the ongoing low-pressure system, highlighting potential hazards such as the formation of torrents and floods in valleys and low-lying areas, particularly in the southern and eastern regions. Additionally, there is a risk of road slippage, reduced horizontal visibility, and persistently low temperatures, urging citizens to exercise caution.