RAMALLAH, December 13, 2016 (WAFA) – Weather on Tuesday is mainly cloudy and rainy with significant drop in temperatures approaching about two degrees Celsius below annual average, according to the Palestine Meteorological Department.

Heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms and occasional hail are expected in many areas.

Winds are southwesterly to westerly and active to occasionally windy. Sea waves are medium to high.

Another drop in temperatures is expected for Wednesday approaching five degrees Celsius below annual average. Heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms and occasional hail are also expected.

A chance of sporadic rain showers is also expected for Thursday and Friday, with a slight rise in temperatures.

The meteorological department warned people against the possibility of flooding in low lying areas, high speed winds reaching as much as 70 kilometers per hour and the possibility of sliding at roads.

Following is a table of low and high temperatures anticipated on Tuesday across the West Bank and Gaza Strip.

M.N./M.K.