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Close on the heels of the heavy rains that drenched most parts of the country last week, Qatar is expected to experience another spell of rain that could be heavy and thundery at times Tuesday and Wednesday, the Meteorology Department has forecast.The weather department in a social media post said that the current spell of rain that starts from Monday late evening is likely to last until tomorrow. The forecast for today (Tuesday) notes that there could be scattered rain across the country which could become thundery at times and associated with strong wind. Offshore weather conditions are also expected to be thundery rain at times associated with strong wind and high sea with poor horizontal visibility.The department has also cautioned about the possibility of downdraft. The weather conditions can be cloudy to partially cloudy and horizontal visibility can be poor at times. Similar conditions are expected tomorrow too.The weather was partially cloudy in Doha and the areas around for some time on Monday with moderate temperature and scattered clouds. Southeasterly winds, light to moderate in speed. Winds were mainly southeasterly, light to moderate in speed gusting to strong at times especially in the evening.The Meteorology Department has once again urged the public about the importance of obtaining weather information from official sources and not to rely on rumours. 

Qatar is expected to experience heavy rains Thursday and Friday, Qatar Meteorology Department has cautioned.Meanwhile, there were heavy rains in the evening Wednesday in Doha and the surrounding areas and Al Wukair received the highest amount of rain with 45.4mm on Tuesday.In a social media post, the Met Department said that the country is affected by a state of instability due to a deepening surface of a low-pressure system.**media[429293]**“The weather will be partially cloudy to cloudy with chances of thunderstorms on Thursday and Friday. Rain intensity will remain moderate to heavy,” the statement said. The department also said that caution is advised due to the possibility of strong downdrafts, reduced horizontal visibility, especially in open areas and the potential for hail.In case of hailstorms, the department has advised the public to stay indoors and keep away from windows. It also stressed that children should be kept away from balconies and rooftops. If it hails while driving, people are asked to stop the car in a safe place and stay in the car as it provides better protection.**media[429294]**During the heavy rains that lashed across the country on Tuesday, Al Wukair received the most rain, with 45.4mm, followed by Mekaines with 42.1mm. Al Karanah got 40.8mm, and Al Wakrah had 37.5mm of rain.Doha and other parts of the country received heavy rain in the evening hours on Wednesday, drenching the city and its suburbs. The weather department also cautioned about thundery rain in the northern areas of Doha. The sky was overcast at times during the day, with partly cloudy to cloudy conditions, and winds blowing mainly northwesterly to southeasterly, fresh to strong in speed.**media[429295]**Furthermore, the Ministry of Interior (MoI) has advised extra vigilance while driving during the rains. "We remind motorists to slow down, avoid overtaking and to be cautious of water puddles. Please ensure a safe following distance to prevent rear-end collisions." MoI said in a statement on X platform.The weather department has once again emphasised the importance of obtaining weather information from official sources to ensure public safety and accuracy. 

Qatar experienced moderate to heavy rains all across the country Tuesday and the weatherman has forecast similar weather conditions in the coming days.As the residents woke up to heavy rains Tuesday, several areas of Doha had persistent rains right from morning to afternoon while other parts of the country also witnessed downpour for a significant part of the day. At some of the areas, the rains started in the early hours of the morning and continued until noon time. Throughout the day, the sky was overcast with less sunlight.With the Eid al-Fitr holidays coming to a close Tuesday, most residents had to commute in the early morning to their workplaces. Moreover, the government had directed all the employees to start onsite work in full capacity which had been restricted due to the ongoing regional conflicts, and most employees had to attend their workplace in the early morning. Though it rained heavily, it was not a deterrent for the commuters and motorists as traffic was smooth all across the country and employees could resume their jobs well on time.Officials also had sent out alerts and messages through social media channels to warn the residents about the weather and to keep themselves aware of the prevailing conditions. In addition, on the roads, precautionary messages were displayed on traffic sign boards such as ‘Raining, Slow Down’ urging the motorists to drive carefully and safely.At the same time, Qatar Meteorology Department has forecast more rains in the coming days until Friday. The weather report warns that thundery rain associated with strong winds and poor horizontal view is expected Wednesday, Thursday and on Friday. Similar conditional are also expected to prevail on offshore too.The forecast also said that it could be partially cloudy to cloudy with scattered rain become thundery at places on these days. Winds are mainly southeasterly-northeasterly moderate to fresh in speed gusting strong during thundery rain. However, there is no rain forecast for Saturday with a moderate temperature during day time and a relatively cold night temperature.Meanwhile, the weather department has emphasised the importance of obtaining weather information from official sources to ensure accuracy and public safety. It also said that these conditions are part of the country’s normal seasonal patterns and not an unusual or exceptional event. It also noted that the authorities are closely monitoring the situation and urge the public to avoid spreading rumours or exaggeration. 

Philippine authorities announced the evacuation of more than 22,000 people on Luzon Island due to Tropical Storm Ramil, which brought heavy rains and strong winds across the southern and central parts of the island. The Philippine National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council reported that 22,311 people were evacuated from Calabarzon and Bicol, where local governments implemented preemptive measures before Ramil made landfall. The storm also disrupted transportation operations across the country. At least 39 seaports were damaged, stranding 3,242 passengers, 1,050 cargo vessels, and six ships. Approximately 20 storms or typhoons hit or approach the Philippines each year. The country's poorest regions are typically the most vulnerable to the effects of natural disasters.

At least 14 people were killed in a mine collapse following heavy rains in El Callao, southeastern Venezuela. Venezuela's National Risk System reported that the bodies were found in three separate tunnels. Firefighters in El Callao said that the death toll was based on testimonies from other miners. The floods caused the collapse of vertical shafts. El Callao is a gold mining town, and most of its 30,000 residents are directly or indirectly involved in mining.

At least 23 people have died in Mexico because of heavy rains this week, local authorities said Saturday. Mexico's civil protection authorities reported intense rainfall in 31 states, with the worst-affected areas being Veracruz in the east, Queretaro and Hidalgo in the centre, and the north-central state of San Luis Potosí. In Hidalgo state, 16 deaths were reported and 1000 homes affected. Five deaths were reported in Puebla state and 11 people were still unaccounted for. A minor died in Veracruz state and a police officer died in Queretaro. President Claudia Sheinbaum wrote on X after a meeting with local officials and members of her Cabinet: "We are working to support the population, reopen roads and get the power back on." The Mexican military will help distribute aid in affected areas.

At least 15 people were killed due to a landslide caused by heavy rains that swept away their bus in northern India. Local authorities reported that the accident occurred in the northern state of Himachal Pradesh, noting that rescue workers and villagers at the scene are continuing to search for survivors. Last week's heavy rains caused landslides and floods in Darjeeling, northeastern India, destroying approximately 5% of the region's famous tea plantations. The floods also washed away numerous roads, destroyed more than 500 homes, and killed at least 36 people in the area.

At least 42 people have died in Nepal due to landslides and floods triggered by heavy rains over the past 36 hours, authorities reported today. A Nepal Police spokesperson confirmed that 18 of the fatalities occurred in the eastern district of Ilam near the Indian border, while three others died from lightning strikes in southern Nepal. Local officials said several major highways have been closed or damaged by landslides and floods, leaving hundreds stranded and severely disrupting domestic flights, though international flights continue to operate. In southeastern Nepal, rising water levels of the Koshi River — known for causing annual deadly floods in India's Bihar state — have surpassed danger thresholds. The capital, Kathmandu, surrounded by hills, experienced river flooding that inundated roads and homes, isolating the city from the rest of the country.