As Egypt prepares for the upcoming winter season, the country is expecting a series of storms that will bring heavy rainfall and strong winds. According to the official schedule of storms released by the Alexandria Port Authority, the first storm of the season, known as the "Meknese" storm, is expected to hit on November 16, 2026, and will last for four days. This storm is expected to bring strong winds and heavy rainfall.
The storms, known as "Nawate" in Arabic, are a series of weather phenomena that occur during the winter months, characterized by strong winds, heavy rainfall, and rough seas. These storms can have a significant impact on the country's coastal regions, with the potential to cause flooding, damage to infrastructure, and disruptions to daily life. The Egyptian government is taking measures to prepare for the storms, including reinforcing coastal defenses and emergency response teams.
The coastal regions of Egypt, particularly those along the Mediterranean Sea, are expected to be the most affected by the storms. Provinces such as Alexandria, Matruh, and El-Beheira are likely to experience the worst of the weather, with strong winds and heavy rainfall expected to cause disruptions to daily life. The government has urged residents in these areas to take necessary precautions and to follow evacuation orders if necessary.
According to the schedule of storms, there will be several other storms throughout the winter season, including the "Qasim" storm on December 4, which is expected to be one of the most severe storms of the season. The "Fayda" storm on December 19 is also expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds. The winter season, which officially begins on December 21, 2026, is expected to be marked by several storms, with the last storm of the season, the "Awa" storm, expected to hit on March 24, 2027.
In addition to the storms in December, January 2027 is expected to see four storms, including the "Ras al-Sana" storm on January 2, the "Fayda al-Kabira" storm on January 12, the "Ghattas" storm on January 19, and the "Karim" storm on January 28. These storms are expected to bring varying degrees of rainfall and wind, with some potentially causing significant disruptions.
The Egyptian government has urged residents to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety during the storm season. This includes staying indoors during the storms, avoiding travel unless absolutely necessary, and following evacuation orders if issued. The government has also assured residents that it is taking all necessary measures to mitigate the impact of the storms and to ensure public safety.
The storms are expected to have a significant impact on the country's infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and buildings. The government has announced plans to invest in infrastructure projects to help mitigate the impact of the storms, including the construction of new seawalls and the reinforcement of existing coastal defenses. The country is also working to improve its emergency response systems, including the deployment of emergency teams and equipment.
Key points
- The first storm of the season, the "Meknese" storm, is expected to hit on November 16, 2026.
- The coastal regions of Egypt are expected to be the most affected by the storms.
- The government has urged residents to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety during the storm season.
