The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has issued a weather forecast warning of thunderstorms in several regions. On Friday, 09 October 2026, the Authority reported that rainy clouds were moving towards various governorates. The weather forecast indicated that thunderstorms would occur in the Red Sea governorate, accompanied by rainfall of varying intensity.

The Meteorological Authority has predicted that thunderstorms will occur in the central and southern regions of Egypt, as well as in the central and southern Sinai Peninsula. Additionally, there is a possibility of light to moderate rainfall in the northwestern coastal regions and northern parts of the country. The weather forecast also warned of strong winds in most regions, which may cause sandstorms in the southern and eastern deserts.

The Meteorological Authority has forecasted the weather conditions for today, Friday, 09 October 2026. A hot to very hot climate is expected in the northern regions, including Cairo, and a very hot climate in the southern regions. At night and in the early morning, the climate will be cool. The expected high temperature in Cairo is 30 degrees Celsius.

The Meteorological Authority has warned of fog on some roads leading to and from northern regions, including Cairo, and the Sinai Peninsula. The fog may be dense in some areas. The weather forecast also indicated that there is a 30% chance of light to moderate rainfall in the northwestern coastal regions and northern parts of the country.

The Meteorological Authority's rainfall forecast indicates that there is a 30% chance of light to moderate rainfall in the central and southern regions of Egypt, as well as in the Red Sea governorate and the southern and central Sinai Peninsula. Additionally, there is a 10% chance of light rainfall in the northeastern coastal regions, southern parts of the country, and the Suez Canal cities.

The Meteorological Authority has also warned of strong winds in most regions, which may cause sandstorms in the southern and eastern deserts. The weather forecast indicated that the winds will occur at intervals. The Authority has published a list of expected temperatures in various cities and governorates across Egypt.

The Egyptian Meteorological Authority continues to monitor the weather conditions and provide updates to the public. Residents in the affected regions are advised to take necessary precautions and stay informed about the latest weather forecast.

Key points

  • The Egyptian Meteorological Authority has warned of thunderstorms and strong winds in several regions.
  • A hot to very hot climate is expected in the northern regions, including Cairo.
  • The Meteorological Authority has published a list of expected temperatures in various cities and governorates across Egypt.

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