Muscat: Oman Meteorology has issued a weather alert warning of thunderstorm activity across parts of the Sultanate, particularly over the Al Hajar Mountains and surrounding areas, starting from 11 am to 7 pm on Monday, May 26, 2025.
The forecast indicates the formation of cumulus clouds, which are expected to develop into thunderstorms during the afternoon and evening hours, bringing varying intensity rainfall ranging from 10 to 30 mm. These conditions may be accompanied by active downdraft winds and the flowing of wadis (valleys).
Affected Governorates (mountainous areas):
• North Al Sharqiyah
• Muscat
• Al Dakhiliyah
• North Al Batinah
• South Al Sharqiyah
• South Al Batinah
• Al Dhahirah
As per the forecast, following weather phenomena require attention:
• Downdraft wind – 20-45 knots
• Flash floods (wadis)
• Poor horizontal visibility
• Hail
