Monday 08 / June / 2026
Muscat: Forecasts by the National Multi-Hazard Early Warning Centre indicate a return of intense heat starting Monday, with temperatures expected to remain high for several days across coastal areas overlooking the Sea of Oman.
According to the Centre, temperatures are expected to range in the over 45° Celsius and could approach the 50°C mark in some locations. Other governorates across the Sultanate are also likely to record temperatures over 45 degrees, while conditions are expected to remain relatively milder along the coastal areas of Al Wusta and Dhofar governorates.
The Centre attributed the surge in temperatures to the continued influence of an upper-level high-pressure system, coupled with dry northwesterly winds and other climatic factors.
On Sunday, temperatures continued to climb across several parts of the Sultanate of Oman, with Dima W’Tayeen recording the highest temperature in the country at 47.7 degrees Celsius, according to data released by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
Samail recorded the second-highest temperature at 47.1°C, followed by Bidiyah and Al Kamil Wal Wafi, both at 46.7°C.
The presentation also covered the centre’s efforts to regulate carbon markets and develop the “Meezan” national platform for emissions inventory and management. This supports evidence‑based decision‑making, enhances Oman’s readiness to meet its climate targets, and reinforces its position as an active partner in international efforts to combat climate change and achieve sustainable development.
The council approved the minutes of its previous meeting, including recommendations on the “Muscat Nights” events, stressing the importance of developing a well‑planned events system and expanding programmes and activities to benefit all wilayats of the Governorate of Muscat.
The council also reviewed recommendations from the Social Affairs Committee on animal enclosures in residential areas of the Wilayat of Muscat and their impact on the residential environment and urban landscape.
It called for sustainable regulatory solutions to mitigate these impacts and improve quality of life, through unified efforts and institutional partnerships that respect community values and urban development needs.
In addition, the council reviewed communications from relevant authorities on proposed alternative zones for the eleventh five‑year plan for agricultural areas in the Wilayat of Quriyat, as part of ongoing planning and development monitoring. This aims to improve land and resource efficiency, support development goals, and achieve sustainable development that meets current needs and future targets for the governorate.
