Qatar Meteorology Department Warns of Thunderstorms and Strong Winds

Forecast for Tuesday

A file picture is used for illustration. The Department of Meteorology in Doha, Qatar, forecast that inshore weather on Tuesday will be hazy in places at first, with some clouds and relatively hot daytime temperatures, and a chance of local rainy clouds that may become thundery in the afternoon.

Thunderstorm and Wind Outlook

The report warned of expected thunderstorms in certain areas, accompanied by sudden strong winds. Inshore winds are expected to be southwesterly to northwesterly initially, shifting to northeasterly to southeasterly later, ranging from 05 to 15 knots with gusts up to 25 knots, and thunder possible during the afternoon. Offshore winds will be mainly northeasterly to southeasterly at 02 to 10 knots.

Sea Conditions and Visibility

Sea heights inshore are predicted to be between 1 and 2 feet, while offshore they will be between 1 and 3 feet. Visibility inshore is expected to range from 4 to 9 kilometres, and offshore from 4 to 8 kilometres. Offshore skies will be scattered with clouds and occasional haze.