Heavy rainfall expected with regional variations across Kurdistan Region
Monday's forecast indicates a general weakening of the rain system across the region, with partly cloudy skies. Mountain areas may experience light to moderate rainfall; city centers could see occasional drizzle & thunderstorms.
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) — The General Directorate of Meteorology and Seismology, under the Ministry of Transportation and Communications, has issued a comprehensive 48-hour weather forecast for the Kurdistan Region, detailing significant weather patterns across different areas.
For Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024, the forecast indicates:
Erbil and Surrounding Areas:
- The capital city and mountainous areas, including Soran Independent Administration, will continue to experience rainfall impact.
- Precipitation is expected to intensify by afternoon, with intermittent heavy downpours continuing into late night.
Duhok Province:
- Duhok Province and the Zakho Independent Administration area will see partly cloudy skies.
- Sporadic light showers expected in some areas throughout the day.
Sulaimani and Halabja Provinces:
- Sulaimani, Halabja, and the Raparin Administration will face continued rainfall.
- Afternoon hours will bring moderate rainfall across various districts.
- Thunder and lightning expected in northern Sulaimani and parts of Raparin Administration.
Garmian and Kirkuk:
- Partly cloudy conditions with possibility of light rain in the afternoon.
- Rainfall intensity expected to increase during night hours, shifting to moderate precipitation.
Monday's forecast (Nov. 4, 2024) indicates a general weakening of the rain system across the region, with partly cloudy skies prevailing. Mountain areas may experience light to moderate rainfall, while city centers could see occasional drizzle and thunderstorms.
Maximum Temperature Forecast (°C):
- Erbil: 21°C
- Sulaimani: 21°C
- Duhok: 24°C
- Kirkuk: 24°C
- Halabja: 21°C
- Zakho: 26°C
- Haji Omaran: 12°C
- Soran: 17°C
- Garmian: 28°C
The weather system reflects the region's typical autumn pattern, with varying temperatures and precipitation levels across different geographical zones. Residents are advised to take necessary precautions, particularly in areas prone to flooding or those expecting heavy rainfall.