Scattered rainfall predicted in parts of Oman

Muscat: Low clouds have condensed on parts of the coasts of Dhofar Governorate, and chances of scattered thunderstorms are expected on the Hajar Mountains today, said the Oman Meteorology, on Thursday, May 18, 2023.

Oman Meteorology said that the weather today, Thursday, May 18, 2023, will be clouds flowing over the northern governorates, with chances of cumulus clouds forming over the Hajar Mountains, and scattered thunderstorms, sometimes accompanied by active downward winds, during the afternoon.

The statement said that there will also be chances for low clouds and fog to form at the end of the night and early morning over parts of the governorates of South Al Sharqiyah, Al Wusta and Dhofar.

Oman Meteorology also added that there will be chances for the rise of dust storms over desert and open areas due to active winds, a decrease in the level of horizontal visibility due to fog formations, and when it rains.