The minimum temperature is expected to fall below 10C in the southern areas of the country tonight and early tomorrow morning while it may vary between 12 and 15C in other places.

The drop in mercury, which could happen from the early hours today is attributed to a ridge of high pressure extending from the Northwest of Saudi Arabia, the Met Office said yesterday. The cold conditions would be intensified due to the fresh winds.

The conditions are expected to persist till the end of the week. Northwesterly winds will be strong during the period and may vary between 15 and 25 knots, with the possibility of strengthening to 32 knots, both inshore and offshore, especially on Wednesday and Thursday.

The sea state may rise to five to nine feet during the period. Chances of dust blowing are pretty strong and may be felt more severely over the deserts and highways. This may result in a fall in horizontal visibility. The maximum temperature during the period is expected to be 22-25C around Doha.

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