Egypt Endures Extreme August Heat Wave as Temperatures Hit 45°C

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The General Authority of Meteorology in Egypt warned that a severe heat wave will dominate the country from 2 August to 8 August 2026, with maximum temperatures reaching 45 °C in the south and perceived temperatures up to 46 °C due to high humidity. Similar extreme conditions are forecast for Saudi Arabia’s eastern and Riyadh regions, the Red Sea coast and the Gulf, where active dust‑laden winds will reduce visibility and raise sea‑state warnings. Jordan’s meteorological service reported hot, humid weather across the kingdom, with wind speeds of 30‑40 km/h and occasional sand‑storm activity. Kuwait’s weather agency also noted a continuation of hot, humid conditions and advised the public to avoid direct sun exposure during peak hours. Across the region, authorities urged people to stay hydrated, wear light clothing, limit outdoor activity, and refrain from open‑flame use in dry areas. Marine forecasts indicate wave heights of 1‑2 m in the Red Sea and up to 2 m in the Gulf, with occasional gale‑force gusts where thunderstorms develop.

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Arabian Gulf · Dr. Mahmoud Al‑Qiyati · Egypt · Egyptian Meteorological Authority · General Authority of Meteorology (Egypt) · Jordan Meteorological Department · Kuwait Meteorological Office · National Center for Meteorology (Saudi Arabia) · Red Sea · Saudi Arabia · Saudi National Center for Meteorology

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[● 3 SOURCES] The National Center for Meteorology forecast high maximum temperatures in parts of the Eastern Province, Riyadh and the Mecca region. shafaq-e.sa · shahdnow.sa
[● 3 SOURCES] In the Arabian Gulf, winds will blow north‑easterly to south‑westerly in the north and north‑westerly to south‑westerly in the centre and south at 10‑28 km/h, with wave heights of 0.5‑1 m and light se shafaq-e.sa · shahdnow.sa
[● 3 SOURCES] Active winds will lift dust and reduce visibility in the Eastern Province, Riyadh, Mecca region and Najran, especially on the coastal road to Jazan. shafaq-e.sa · shahdnow.sa
[● 3 SOURCES] Red Sea wave heights are forecast at 0.5‑1 m in the north, 1‑2 m in the central and southern zones, and may exceed 2 m with thunderstorms. shafaq-e.sa · shahdnow.sa
[● 3 SOURCES] Sea conditions on the Red Sea will be light waves in the north, moderate in the centre and south, becoming rough with thunderstorms in the south. shafaq-e.sa · shahdnow.sa
[● 3 SOURCES] Thunderstorm clouds are expected to develop over the southern part of Saudi Arabia. shafaq-e.sa · shahdnow.sa
[● 3 SOURCES] Surface winds on the Red Sea will be north‑westerly to north‑easterly at 10‑32 km/h in the north and south‑westerly to north‑westerly at 25‑45 km/h in the central and southern parts, possibly over 50 shafaq-e.sa · shahdnow.sa
[● 3 SOURCES] Dust particles will affect the western and southwestern parts of Saudi Arabia. shafaq-e.sa · shahdnow.sa
[○ 1 SOURCE] The heat wave is caused by a thermal dome trapping hot air, combined with a low‑pressure system from the Indian monsoon and hot air from the Libyan desert.
[● 3 SOURCES] High humidity raises perceived temperature by 2‑4 °C compared with shade measurements. www.sabaharabi.com
[● 2 SOURCES] Authorities recommended drinking water, wearing light clothing, and protecting children, the elderly and chronic‑ill patients.
[DISPUTED] Perceived temperature in Cairo reached up to 43 °C due to humidity.