KRG meteorology predicts mild weather with possible rainfall in mountainous areas

For Sunday, the day is predicted to start with clear skies and scattered clouds. However, conditions are expected to transition to partly cloudy and overcast by evening, with a possibility of light rainfall in mountainous areas.

Weather forecast. (Photo: Kurdistan24)
Weather forecast. (Photo: Kurdistan24)

Jan. 18, 2025

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) - The Kurdistan Region's Meteorological Department has issued a 48-hour weather forecast, indicating mild conditions with slight temperature fluctuations and a chance of light rainfall in mountainous regions on Sunday evening.

The Ministry of Transportation and Communications' Meteorological Department has announced the weather forecast for Saturday and Sunday across the Kurdistan Region.

According to the forecast, Saturday will feature mostly clear skies with scattered clouds, and temperatures are expected to be slightly higher than Friday's levels, offering a comparatively mild winter day for residents across the region.

For Sunday, the day is predicted to start with clear skies and scattered clouds. However, conditions are expected to transition to partly cloudy and overcast by evening, with a possibility of light rainfall in mountainous areas.

Temperatures are anticipated to decrease by 1 to 2 degrees Celsius.

Regional Temperature Predictions

The maximum temperatures forecasted for major cities in the region are as follows:

Erbil: 15°C
Sulaymaniyah: 13°C
Duhok: 14°C
Zakho: 15°C
Halabja: 14°C
Kirkuk: 16°C
Garmian: 15°C

Implications and Recommendations

While the forecast indicates largely stable weather conditions, residents in mountainous areas should prepare for the likelihood of light rainfall, particularly in the evening hours of Sunday.

The temperature decrease on Sunday may also result in cooler evenings, prompting the need for warmer attire during outdoor activities.

The Meteorological Department will continue to monitor weather patterns and provide updates as necessary to ensure public preparedness.