Iraq weather is expected to shift in the coming days, with thunderstorms forecast in northern provinces and dust activity in western areas, according to the Iraqi Meteorological Authority.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the authority outlined weather conditions from Friday through early next week, indicating slight increases in temperatures across most regions.
The forecast reflects seasonal fluctuations typical for this time of year, as the country experiences passing weather systems affecting different parts of Iraq.
Iraq Weather Forecast for Friday
The Iraqi Meteorological Authority said Friday’s weather will be partly cloudy to cloudy nationwide. Light to moderate rain showers are expected in parts of northern Iraq.
Temperatures are projected to rise slightly across the country. Horizontal visibility will range between 6 and 8 kilometers, decreasing to between 3 and 5 kilometers in areas experiencing rainfall.
Expected High Temperatures on Friday
Forecast high temperatures are as follows:
Duhok: 15°C
Sulaymaniyah: 16°C
Erbil: 17°C
Nineveh and Kirkuk: 20°C
Salah al-Din and Anbar: 21°C
Diyala: 23°C
Baghdad and Karbala: 25°C
Wasit, Najaf, Diwaniyah, Maysan and Babylon: 26°C
Muthanna and Basra: 27°C
Dhi Qar: 28°C
Thunderstorms and Dust on Saturday
On Saturday, Iraq weather conditions will remain partly cloudy to cloudy, with light rain showers in northern areas. The authority noted that some showers may be accompanied by thunderstorms.
Conditions are expected to gradually clear in central and southern regions by the afternoon, with partial cloud cover remaining.
Northwesterly Winds and Reduced Visibility
Moderate northwesterly winds are forecast, with a chance of dust rising in western parts of central and southern Iraq.
Temperatures will remain similar to Friday’s levels. Visibility will range between 6 and 8 kilometers, dropping to between 3 and 5 kilometers in dusty areas.
Outlook for Sunday and Monday
According to the authority, Sunday will be mostly clear across Iraq, with some cloud cover in parts of the northern region. Temperatures are expected to remain stable.
On Monday, clear weather is forecast nationwide with scattered clouds and a slight increase in temperatures. Visibility is expected to range between 6 and 8 kilometers.
Conclusion:
The Iraqi Meteorological Authority advises residents to monitor updates, particularly in northern provinces where thunderstorms are expected and in western areas that may experience reduced visibility due to dust.
