The Jordanian Meteorological Department (JMD) issued forecasts indicating a gradual increase in temperatures across Jordan starting Wednesday.

Hot and dry conditions will be present in most areas, with exceptionally high temperatures in specific regions like the Badia, Jordan Valley, Dead Sea, and Aqaba. Moderate northwesterly winds are expected.

Wednesday's weather highlights:

• East Amman: Temperatures will range from a high of 36°C to a low of 25°C.
• West Amman: Highs are expected around 34°C with lows of 23°C.
• Northern Highlands: Temperatures ranging from 32°C during the day to 21°C at night.
• Sharah Highlands: Highs reaching up to 31°C and lows dropping to 20°C.
• Badia Areas: Extremely high temperatures with highs up to 40°C and lows of 25°C.
• Plains Areas: Highs of 37°C and lows remaining around 25°C.
• Northern Jordan Valley: Temperatures climb to 42°C during the day, cooling to 27°C at night.
• Southern Jordan Valley: Highs reaching 44°C and lows around 30°C.
• Dead Sea: Temperatures peaking at 43°C during the day, with lows of 29°C.
• Gulf of Aqaba: Highs expected to reach 44°C, with nighttime lows around 30°C.

Outlook for Thursday and Friday

The JMD anticipates further temperature increases on Thursday, with highs expected to exceed seasonal averages by approximately 4-5°C. 

Similar weather conditions are forecasted, with hot and dry weather prevailing across most regions and very hot conditions persisting in the Badia, Jordan Valley, Dead Sea, and Aqaba. Moderate northwesterly winds may occasionally become active.

Friday will see continued dry and hot weather across Jordan, with temperatures remaining notably high in the Badia, Jordan Valley, Dead Sea, and Aqaba. The day will be marked by moderate northwesterly winds that could intermittently stir up dust in the Badia regions.

Weekend expectations

A slight decrease in temperatures is expected on Saturday, though hot weather will prevail in most regions. The Badia, Jordan Valley, Dead Sea, and Aqaba will continue to experience high temperatures, accompanied by moderate northwesterly winds that may become active periodically, potentially causing localized dust disturbances.