Sunday 13 / September / 2026
Muscat: Muscat: Oman recorded scorching temperatures over the past 24 hours, with Al Sunainah registering the country’s highest temperature at 46.2°C, according to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). The CAA's meteorological stations recorded temperatures of 46°C in Muqshin, while Hamra Al Droaa reached 45.5°C. Haima and Ibri each recorded 45.3°C.
Other areas also experienced extreme heat, with temperatures reaching 45.1°C in Marmul and Dima Wattayeen, and 45°C in Al Kamil Wal Wafi, Al Buraimi and Mukhaizna. Fahud recorded 44.9°C.
The readings were recorded during the 24 hours ending on Sunday, August 23, 2026, highlighting the intense summer heat across several parts of Oman.
Chance of rain, thunderstorms and dust
Oman is expected to experience partly cloudy to cloudy conditions along the coasts and mountains of Dhofar Governorate, with intermittent drizzle, according to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
Clear skies are expected across most other governorates, although clouds may develop during the afternoon, bringing chances of isolated rain and occasional thunderstorms over parts of the Al Hajar Mountains. The thunderstorms may be accompanied by hail and strong downdraft winds.
The CAA also forecast a chance of late-night to early-morning low clouds forming over coastal areas of the Arabian Sea and Oman Sea.
Dust is also expected to rise over deserts and open areas, potentially causing reduced visibility.
Authorities warned of several weather-related hazards, including: Reduced visibility due to dust, reduced visibility caused by fog and rain, strong downdraft winds, possible flows of wadis. Motorists are advised to exercise caution, particularly in mountainous areas and locations affected by rain, dust or reduced visibility.
