Slight rain and thunderstorms possible as Kuwait faces a humid spell
Speaking to KUNA, Al-Ali noted that the country is being influenced by an extension of the Indian monsoon depression, bringing with it a hot and humid air mass, particularly over coastal areas. This atmospheric condition coincides with a cold upper-air depression, leading to thermal convection and the development of low- and medium-level clouds, including cumulus clouds.
These weather patterns are expected to bring limited chances of scattered rainfall, which may turn thundery at times.
Al-Ali also mentioned that prevailing winds are southeasterly to variable in direction, generally light to moderate in speed but may become active at times—especially in open areas—causing dust to rise.
Looking ahead, the forecast for Friday through early next week indicates relatively hot and humid conditions during the day, and hot to very humid nights.
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