Libya Weather Forecast for January 1, 2025

The National Center of Meteorology forecasts increased cloud cover and scattered rain in western Libya, beginning today. Windy conditions may lead to dust storms, with temperatures ranging from 13°C to 25°C across different regions. Specific forecasts detail weather expectations for key areas, highlighting variable temperatures and rain prospects.

The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has projected that cloud cover will increase intermittently in western regions of Libya, bringing scattered light to moderate rainfall in the southwest beginning today, with similar conditions expected in the northwest tomorrow. Active winds may occur in Ghadames, Hamada, and parts of the northwest, potentially leading to dust storms. Further cloud increases are anticipated in the northeastern region on Saturday, along with light rain.

In the north, temperatures are predicted to range between 13°C and 18°C, while southern regions will experience slightly warmer conditions ranging from 16°C to 20°C, with Ghat reaching up to 25°C today. A notable decrease in temperatures is expected on Friday in the southwestern areas.

The NCM’s forecast details include specific weather conditions for various regions:
1. Area from Ras Jadir to Sirte – Al-Jafara Plain – Jabal Nafusa (Northwest Libya): Expect a partly cloudy sky this evening, with increased cloudiness tomorrow; light to moderate rain is possible. Winds may become moderate to active, stirring dust.
2. Gulf – Benghazi Plain to Emssad (Northeast Libya): Cloud cover will increase, potentially bringing light rain tomorrow evening. Winds will blow from the northeast to southeast at light to moderate speeds.
3. Al-Jufra – Sabha – Ghat – Ghadames – Hamada (Southwest Libya): Expect mostly cloudy skies with chances of light to moderate rain. Winds from the east to southeast will be moderate to active in speed, which could stir up dust.
4. Oases – Sarir – Tazirbo – Kufra (Southeast Libya): Cloud coverage is expected to increase at times, with easterly to southeasterly winds at light to moderate speeds.

In conclusion, Libya’s weather forecast for January 1, 2025, indicates increased cloudiness and the potential for rainfall across various regions, particularly in the southwest and northwest. Temperature variability is expected, with significant changes anticipated on Friday in the southwest. Residents should prepare for possible dust storms and variable weather conditions across the different regions of Libya.

Original Source: libyaobserver.ly