Gulf Insider
Forecasts by the National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Centre indicate a return of intense heat starting Monday, with temperatures expected to remain high for several days across coastal areas overlooking the Sea of Oman. According to the Centre, temperatures are expected to range in the over 45° Celsius and could approach the 50°C mark in some locations. Other governorates across the Sultanate are also likely to record temperatures over 45 degrees, while conditions are expected to remain relatively milder along the coastal areas of Al Wusta and Dhofar governorates. The Centre attributed the surge in temperatures to the continued influence of an upper-level high-pressure system, coupled with dry northwesterly winds and other climatic factors. On Sunday, temperatures continued to climb across several parts of the Sultanate of Oman, with Dima W’Tayeen recording the highest temperature in the country at 47.7 degrees Celsius, according to data released by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). Samail recorded the second-highest temperature at 47.1°C, followed by Bidiyah and Al Kamil Wal Wafi, both at 46.7°C. The presentation also covered the centre’s efforts to regulate carbon markets and develop the “Meezan” national platform for emissions inventory and management. This supports evidence‑based decision‑making, enhances Oman’s readiness to meet […]
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