Rainfall forecast for several parts of Oman

Oman Sunday 05/May/2024 13:48 PM
By: Times News Service
Rainfall forecast for several parts of Oman

Muscat: Several governorates across the Sultanate of Oman are likely to witness rainfall ranging between 20-40 mm accompanied by downdraft winds and hail on Sunday, May 5, 2024.

Oman Meteorology warned about thunderstorms over five governorates: Al Dakhiliyah, South Al Sharqiyah, North Al Sharqiyah, Dhofar, and Al Wusta.

The anticipated effects of these thunderstorms are significant. They may bring heavy rainfall, ranging between 20-40 mm, leading to poor horizontal visibility and potential flooding in valleys and reefs. Additionally, expect strong downdraft winds of 15-35 knots and the possibility of hail .