Scorching conditions were experienced around the country yesterday as the temperature went up to 48C, weather charts showed.
The Qatar Met department advised people to avoid direct exposure to sunlight.
Abu Samra and Batna recorded the highest temperature yesterday at 48C, followed by Sheehaniya, Karana, Jumayliyah and Ghuwairiyah at 47C, Turayna, Dukhan and Umm Bab at 46C, Abu Hamour and Shehaimiya at 45C, and Doha (airport) and the Qatar University area at 44C.
Today’s forecast says a hot daytime is again expected in the country along with slight dust in some places at times. Misty and humid conditions are likely offshore.
A maximum temperature of 46C is likely in Abu Samra today, followed by 45C in Dukhan and 42C in Doha and Al Khor.


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