Egypt has recorded its highest ever temperature of 50.9°C (123.6°F) in Aswan, as the country grapples with an intense heatwave that has enveloped the southern regions. The Egyptian Meteorological Authority (EMA) has issued a series of warnings and safety advice to the public, urging them to stay indoors, drink plenty of water, and avoid outside activity during the peak heat hours. The extreme temperatures have significant implications for daily life, infrastructure, and public health, with experts warning that Egypt may experience more extreme heatwaves in the future if current global climate patterns persist.The heatwave is expected to continue until the end of the week, with the EMA forecasting temperatures to remain hot and humid throughout the weekend, reaching 41 degrees Celsius in some areas. However, there is a slight respite expected on Sunday and Monday when temperatures are predicted to drop slightly. Strong winds and dust storms are also anticipated in various parts of the country, including Cairo and the Mediterranean coast.Despite the scorching daytime temperatures, the nights are expected to bring moderate weather, providing relief from the daytime heat. The Mediterranean Sea is forecasted to have moderate conditions, with wave heights ranging from 1.5 to 2 meters and a northwesterly wind direction. The heatwave is expected to make a return on Tuesday, reaching a new peak on Eid al-Adha, according to Dr. Manar Ghanem of the EMA’s media center.
Key points
- Egypt experiences record temperatures of 50.
- EMA issues public safety warnings and advises staying indoors during peak heat.
- Heatwave to continue with slight temperature drops expected on Sunday and Monday.
- Nights to offer moderate temperatures, providing relief from intense daytime heat.
- Heatwave forecasted to return with new peak on Eid al-Adha.
9°C in Aswan amid severe heatwave.
