The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has issued a warning for severe weather conditions in several regions, citing satellite images that show increased cloud cover and wind activity. According to the authority, there is a high chance of heavy rain and thunderstorms in the coming hours, with the potential for strong winds. The regions most affected are expected to be in the northwestern part of the country.
The meteorological authority has identified several areas that are likely to experience heavy rain and thunderstorms, including the northwestern coast, specifically the regions of Matruh, El Dabaa, Sidi Barrani, and Sidi Abdelrahman. The authority has also warned of heavy rain and thunderstorms in the western part of Alexandria and other areas in the western desert. The rain is expected to be intermittent, with some areas experiencing more severe conditions than others.
In addition to the heavy rain and thunderstorms, the meteorological authority has also warned of strong winds in several regions. The winds are expected to be strongest in the northwestern part of the country, where they may cause sand and dust storms. The authority has advised people to be cautious when traveling and to stay indoors if possible.
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has attributed the severe weather conditions to a low-pressure system that is moving into the Mediterranean region. The system is expected to bring unstable weather conditions to Egypt, with a high chance of rain and thunderstorms. The authority has also noted that the El Niño phenomenon is playing a role in the country's weather patterns.
According to Dr. Manar Ghoneim, a meteorologist at the Egyptian Meteorological Authority, the severe weather conditions are expected to continue for several days. Dr. Ghoneim has advised people to stay informed about the latest weather forecasts and to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has also warned that the severe weather conditions may affect the country's capital, Cairo, and other major cities. The authority has advised people to be prepared for heavy rain and strong winds, and to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
The severe weather conditions are expected to be the first major disturbance of the autumn season in 2026. The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has advised people to be prepared for the changing weather conditions and to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
Key points
- Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected in several regions of Egypt, including the northwestern coast and the western part of Alexandria.
- Strong winds may cause sand and dust storms in several regions, including the northwestern part of the country.
- The severe weather conditions are attributed to a low-pressure system moving into the Mediterranean region and the El Niño phenomenon.
