Egypt's Met Authority Warns of Thundery Rain, Lightning Near Matrouh

Egypt's Meteorological Authority has warned of heavy thundery rain, lightning strikes, and strong winds approaching parts of Matrouh governorate.

• Satellite imagery showed low and medium clouds advancing into Salloum and Sidi Barrani, with rain of varying intensity.
• The authority said rainfall is expected to intensify to heavy and thundery at times over the Western Desert and Matrouh.
• The authority warned of possible lightning strikes and strong winds that may stir sand and dust in some areas.
• It urged citizens to exercise caution during thundery rain and wind activity and to follow ongoing weather updates.
• Dr. Manar Ghanem of the Meteorological Authority said rain chances exist all week, with heavy falls in the far northwest.
• She said Cairo is likely to see only very weak, light rain, with the strongest downpours concentrated on northwestern coastal areas.
• She noted temperatures will rise briefly on Sunday before falling later in the week as autumn weather sets in across Egypt.
• Thundery rain and lightning struck Siwa Oasis, with downdraft winds stirring sand that reduced visibility on desert roads.
• The authority forecast a brief temperature rise on Sunday, with Cairo reaching 34 degrees Celsius.
• It warned of morning fog and rough seas on the Red Sea coast, with waves reaching up to 3 meters.