Temperatures are continuing to rise across most Syrian regions, becoming slightly above their average levels, with further increases expected on Wednesday and Thursday. On Wednesday, temperatures will rise further, and humidity will drop, accompanied by strong easterly winds in the northern and central highlands. Additional warming is anticipated on Thursday in the mountains and inland regions, leading to continued unseasonably hot conditions. The weather on Thursday is expected to be generally clear to partly cloudy.
Detailed Forecast and Temperature Trends
Winds in the northern mountains are expected to strengthen from an easterly direction by early Tuesday. Northerly winds will subsequently pick up during the afternoon. Across the Jazeera region, winds will be southeasterly, while in other areas, they will range from westerly to southwesterly. These winds are generally described as light to moderate, but active gusts could reach speeds of up to 40 km/h at times, particularly in the central regions and parts of the northern region.
For Damascus, the forecast indicates a high temperature of 28°C and a low of 13°C. In Rif Dimashq-Qalamoun, temperatures are predicted to reach a high of 19°C and a low of 5°C.
Forecast temperatures for today and tonight elsewhere include Jerusalem at 8-18°C, Tel Aviv at 14-21°C, and Haifa at 15-20°C. Other cities such as Safed could see 9-16°C, Katzrin 11-18°C, and Tiberias 14-22°C. Nazareth is forecast at 13-20°C, Afula 12-22°C, and Beit Shean 14-25°C. Lod is expected to be 14-22°C, Ashdod 14-21°C, Ein Gedi 15-24°C, Beersheba 11-23°C, Mitzpe Ramon 11-22°C, and Eilat 18-29°C.
Atmospheric Conditions and Warnings
Fog is anticipated in Syria's coastal heights, alongside parts of the northern and central regions, with warnings issued for these areas. Skies across most areas will feature mostly high clouds, with conditions generally hotter than usual or unseasonably hot, and possible haze. At night, the weather is expected to be cool overall, becoming relatively cold in the mountainous heights. The sea will experience light wave heights, according to forecasts.
Extended Outlook and Regional Variations
A slight increase in temperatures is anticipated on Monday, with a continued warming trend expected into Tuesday, which will bring conditions back to seasonal averages. By early Tuesday, easterly winds will strengthen in the northern mountains. Northerly winds will pick up in the afternoon, influencing local conditions. Winds will be southeasterly in the Jazeera region and westerly to southwesterly in the rest of the regions, maintaining a range between light and moderate. However, active gusts reaching speeds of up to 40 km/h are possible at times, especially in the central regions and parts of the northern region. The sea is expected to have light wave heights, ensuring calm conditions for maritime activities. Skies will be mostly high clouds, and conditions will be hotter than usual to unseasonably hot across most areas, with possible haze further reducing visibility. At night, the weather will be generally cool, becoming relatively cold in the mountainous heights. According to reports, these temperature changes are occurring around the publication date of April 30, 2026, at 9:20 AM.