RAMALLAH, December 30, 2015 (WAFA) – Weather on Wednesday is partially cloudy and relatively cold, with a slight drop in temperatures, according to the Palestinian Meteorological Department.

Winds are northwesterly to southwesterly and moderate. Sea waves are low.

However on Thursday, temperatures are anticipated to drop as a polar air mass hits the region, becoming very chilly. Heavy rains, accompanied by hail and occasional thunderstorms, are expected over different areas.

The region remains under the effect of the polar front on Friday, with temperatures significantly dropping and the overall weather conditions becoming extremely cold. Heavy Sporadic rain showers, accompanied with hail and occasional thunderstorms, are also expected over different areas.

Snowfall is expected on areas at 800 meters above sea level.

No significant change in temperatures is expected on Friday and Saturday, and the polar front remains over the area, remaining very chilly. Heavy rains and occasional hail are expected to fall.

The Weather Department warned of the possibility of flooding in low areas, slippery roads, strong winds, and low visibility due to expected fog formation on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Following is a table outlining temperatures expected on Tuesday across the West Bank and Gaza:

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