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Oman Swelters as Temperatures Approach 50 Degrees Celsius
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Oman Swelters as Temperatures Approach 50 Degrees Celsius

From Times of Oman · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Oman is experiencing an intense summer heatwave, with temperatures nearing 50°C in several regions.
  • The Wilayat of Barka recorded the highest temperature at 49.4°C, with many other areas also experiencing extreme heat.
  • Authorities are closely monitoring the rising temperatures as peak summer conditions persist across the Sultanate.

Oman is currently enduring a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring across the Sultanate. The Civil Aviation Authority's meteorological stations have reported intense summer heat over a 24-hour period, pushing many monitoring stations close to the 50°C mark.

The Wilayat of Barka registered the highest temperature nationwide, reaching a blistering 49.4°C. This extreme heat is affecting numerous regions, both coastal and interior.

Following Barka, Al Suwayq recorded 49.2°C, while Al Khaborah and Qurayyat both hit 49.0°C. Other heavily impacted areas include Wadi Al Maawil at 48.8°C, Bidbid at 48.7°C, and Mahout and Sur at 48.4°C. Al Kamil Wal Wafi reached 48.1°C, with the capital city Muscat and Bawsher experiencing a high of 47.9°C.

Authorities are continuing to monitor these escalating regional temperatures as the peak of the summer season settles over the country.

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Originally published by Times of Oman in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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