The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has issued a warning about a weather phenomenon expected to hit several governorates in the country. On Wednesday, September 30, 2026, a 4-hour hazardous period is forecasted from 4 am to 8 am, during which a water mist is expected to form on some roads. This phenomenon may cause reduced visibility, and motorists are advised to exercise caution while driving.
The weather forecast indicates that the temperature will be mild during the day on the northern coast, hot in Greater Cairo, the Nile Valley, and northern and southern Sinai, and very hot in southern Egypt. However, the temperature is expected to drop significantly at night, with lows of 21 degrees Celsius in Cairo. The forecast also warns of the possibility of light to moderate rain in some areas, particularly in the northern coastal governorates and parts of the Western Desert.
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has warned of the possibility of scattered thunderstorms in some areas, particularly in the northern coastal governorates and parts of the Western Desert. The authority has also forecast strong winds in some areas, particularly in open spaces. Motorists are advised to exercise caution while driving, especially during the 4-hour hazardous period.
The sea conditions are expected to be moderate to rough in the Mediterranean Sea, with wave heights ranging from 1.5 to 2.5 meters. The winds are expected to be northwesterly. Similarly, the Red Sea and the Gulf of Suez are expected to experience moderate to rough sea conditions, with wave heights ranging from 2 to 3 meters.
The temperature is expected to vary significantly across the country, with highs of 39 degrees Celsius in some southern governorates and lows of 21 degrees Celsius in Cairo. The Meteorological Authority has advised citizens to take necessary precautions to deal with the changing weather conditions.
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has emphasized the importance of monitoring weather updates and taking necessary precautions to deal with any changes in the weather. Citizens are advised to stay informed about the latest weather forecasts and warnings.
In conclusion, the Egyptian Meteorological Authority has warned of a 4-hour hazardous period due to a weather phenomenon hitting the country. Citizens are advised to exercise caution while driving and take necessary precautions to deal with the changing weather conditions. The authority has also forecast scattered thunderstorms and strong winds in some areas.
Key points
- A 4-hour hazardous period is expected from 4 am to 8 am due to a water mist on some roads.
- The temperature is expected to vary significantly across the country, with highs of 39 degrees Celsius in some southern governorates.
- The sea conditions are expected to be moderate to rough in the Mediterranean Sea, the Red Sea, and the Gulf of Suez.
