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Qatar Meteorology warns of strong wind, cold nights over weekend

Published: 15 Jan 2026 - 12:01 pm | Last Updated: 15 Jan 2026 - 12:06 pm
Screen grab of a video by Mahmoud Elmazaty / The Peninsula

Screen grab of a video by Mahmoud Elmazaty / The Peninsula

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Meteorology Department has issued a warning for strong winds and colder nights over the next three days, starting today, January 15, 2026. 

In its weekend weather forecast, the department said temperatures will range between a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 23°C, with light rain and blowing dust expected on Thursday. 

Winds will be northwesterly at 10-20 knots, with gust reaching up to 30 knots at times. 

Sea wave heights are expected to range between 4 and 8 feet, rising to 11 feet at times.