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Extreme heat and seasonal shifts in MENA

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Weather patterns across North Africa and the Middle East continue to fluctuate between extreme heat and seasonal transitions. In Egypt, the Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) continues to forecast warm daytime temperatures in the north and Greater Cairo, while southern Upper Egypt remains hot. ~~Morning~~ As the country transitions toward winter, nighttime and early morning temperatures are expected to drop significantly. Heavy fog ~~persists as a risk~~ is forecasted on roads leading to northern areas, the Canal cities, central Sinai, and northern Upper Egypt, potentially reducing visibility. Light to moderate rainfall remains possible for the northern ~~coasts, the Suez Gulf,~~ coasts and ~~parts~~ northern Lower Egypt, with a minimal chance of ~~Sinai.~~ light rain in southern Lower Egypt, Greater Cairo, and northern Upper Egypt. Increased wind activity is expected between November 1 and November 4. In Palestine, conditions are expected to be partly to cloudy, with temperatures ~~approximately 3°C~~ dropping below the annual average. ~~Cold nighttime~~ While temperatures are expected to rise gradually to reach or exceed annual averages by early next week, nights and early mornings will remain cold. Authorities have warned of potential slippery road conditions due to rainfall. In Yemen, coastal areas face hot daytime temperatures, while the Socotra Archipelago and western coastal plains may see scattered rainfall. Mountainous highlands are ~~anticipated~~ expected to be partly cloudy and moderate, with possible thunderstorms on western slopes and in ~~mountainous areas,~~ parts of Hadramaut and ~~residents~~ Shabwah. Desert regions may experience active winds and sand or dust storms. Maritime warnings have been ~~warned of reduced horizontal visibility~~ issued for the Bab al-Mandab strait and southwestern coasts due to ~~fog.~~ sea disturbances. In the Arabian Peninsula, Saudi Arabia faces intensified warnings from the National Center of ~~Meteorology. Heavy to moderate~~ Meteorology regarding thunderstorms, hail, and ~~potential~~ flash floods are expected across regions including Jazan, Asir, Al Baha, Makkah, Madinah, Hail, Tabuk, Al Jouf, and the Northern Borders. Significant rainfall has already been recorded in Tabuk (66.8 mm) and Turaif (30.0 mm). In the Najran region, authorities have warned of thunderstorms and active surface winds, advising citizens to avoid valleys and flood paths. Marine conditions in the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf remain unstable, with waves potentially exceeding two meters. floods.

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