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Qatar braces for extreme heat and strong winds over weekend

Published: 28 May 2026 - 01:00 pm | Last Updated: 28 May 2026 - 01:01 pm
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Doha, Qatar: Residents in Qatar are expected to experience extremely hot weather conditions over the weekend, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 45°C alongside strong winds and rough sea conditions in offshore areas.

In a weather post, the Qatar Meteorology Department stated that today Thursday, May 28, will see hot to very hot daytime conditions with temperatures peaking at 44°C before dropping to 31°C at night.

On Friday, May 29, temperatures are expected to climb further to 45°C, with a minimum of 32°C at night.

The Department noted that Saturday, May 30, will remain very hot, with temperatures reaching 44°C and lows around 30°C

Winds are expected to shift from southwesterly to northwesterly on Thursday and Friday at 6–16 knots and 5-15 knots respectively, with gusts reaching up to 25 knots during the day. 

Similar wind conditions are expected on Saturday, with northwesterly gusts reaching 21 knots.

Sea waves forecast over the 3 days is set between 2 and 4 feet, rising to 8 feet at times