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Qatar Meteorology Department warns of strong winds in several areas

Published: 17 Mar 2026 - 01:38 pm | Last Updated: 17 Mar 2026 - 01:41 pm
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The Peninsula Online

Doha, Qatar: The Qatar Meteorology Department, QMD, has warned the public to be careful as strong northwesterly winds has been observed in some areas across the country.

In an advisory published on social media, the department had previously warned of high waves and thunderstorm as wave heights range between 3 and 6 feet and may rise to 8 feet at times. 

The lowest temperature recorded this morning March 17, 2026, at Abu Samra was recorded 20°C while the capital Doha recorded 25°C