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Weather: further drop in temperatures

 

RAMALLAH, October 12, 2026 (WAFA) – The Palestinian Meteorological Department (PMD) said that cloudy to partly cloudy skies are expected for today, Monday, with a further drop in temperatures bringing them slightly below the annual average.

Scattered rain showers are expected—particularly in southern and eastern areas—potentially accompanied by thunderstorms and occasional hail; the chance of rain will diminish by the afternoon. Winds will be north-westerly, moderate in speed but occasionally brisk, and sea conditions will range from calm to moderate.

Skies will be partly cloudy to clear this evening. It will be relatively cool in mountainous areas and mild elsewhere. Winds will be north-westerly, moderate but occasionally brisk, and sea conditions will range from calm to moderate.

Tomorrow, skies will generally be partly cloudy and the weather mild in most areas. No significant change in temperature is expected, with levels remaining slightly below the annual average. Winds will be north-westerly, light to moderate, and the sea will be calm.

On Wednesday, skies will be partly cloudy to clear; the weather will be mild in mountainous areas and relatively hot elsewhere. A noticeable rise in temperatures is expected, bringing them about two degrees Celsius above the annual average. Winds will be north-westerly, light to moderate, and the sea will be calm. On Thursday, the weather will be partly cloudy to cloudy, with a noticeable drop in temperatures to about two degrees Celsius below the annual average.

Winds will be westerly to northwesterly, brisk with occasional strong gusts, and sea conditions will range from moderate to rough.

The PMD warned citizens of the risk of flash floods and inundation in certain valleys and low-lying areas—particularly in the east and south—as well as the danger of slippery roads in areas experiencing rainfall and hail.

K.T

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