The Libyan National Meteorological Center has issued a warning for high waves along the coastline from Shahat to Derna, with wave heights expected to reach up to 3 meters on Monday. The center's marine bulletin indicated that wind speeds will not exceed 20 knots. The warning was reported by Wasat TV and other Libyan news outlets, including Alwasat.

Along the coast from Ras Ajdir to Sirte, the weather forecast indicates that clouds will gather occasionally, with light and scattered rainfall expected. The winds will be northeasterly in general, changing to southeasterly along the coasts of Zawara and Tripoli, and variable in direction along the Khoms coast, with speeds ranging from 5 to 15 knots.

The sea conditions along the coast from Ras Ajdir to Sirte are expected to be slight to moderate, with wave heights between 0.50 and 1.50 meters. The temperature will range from 27 to 28 degrees Celsius, with good to moderate visibility during rainfall. Meanwhile, along the coast from Ras Lanuf to Amasadd, clouds will gather with rainfall, and thunderstorms are possible.

The National Meteorological Center's bulletin also reported that along the coast from Ras Lanuf to Amasadd, winds will be northeasterly to northerly along the coast from the Gulf to Shahat and northwesterly along the rest of the coast, with speeds ranging from 5 to 20 knots. Wave heights will range from 0.75 to 2.50 meters and reach 3.00 meters along the coast from Shahat to Derna.

The center's forecast also indicated that the sea conditions along the coast from Ras Lanuf to Amasadd will be moderate to slight, with wave heights between 0.75 and 2.50 meters, and rough along the coast from Shahat to Derna. The temperature will range from 26 to 28 degrees Celsius, with good to moderate visibility during rainfall.

The Libyan National Meteorological Center's warnings and forecasts are crucial for the country's coastal communities, particularly for fishermen and sailors. The center's bulletins provide essential information for safe navigation and maritime activities.

The high waves and rough sea conditions along the Libyan coastline may also impact the country's ports and coastal infrastructure. The National Meteorological Center's warnings and forecasts will help authorities and residents prepare for potential disruptions and take necessary precautions.

Key points

  • Wave heights are expected to reach up to 3 meters along the coastline from Shahat to Derna.
  • The National Meteorological Center has issued a marine bulletin warning of high waves and rough sea conditions along the Libyan coastline.
  • The center's forecasts indicate that wind speeds will not exceed 20 knots, and temperatures will range from 26 to 28 degrees Celsius.

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