ملعقة إلكترونية ميزان
وفر 23%! اشترِ ملعقة إلكترونية ميزان بسعر 268 د.ل فقط في ليبيا. متوفر حالياً، ال
🛒 تسوق الآنLibya Weather Forecast: Thunderstorm Clouds Expected Across Western and Southern Regions
Libya Weather Forecast: Thunderstorm Clouds Expected Across Western and Southern Regions
Gradual Temperature Relief Coming to Northern Libya Starting Friday
Libya's National Meteorological Center announced on Thursday, June 11, 2026, that northern regions will experience a gradual moderation in temperatures starting Friday, June 12, covering the northwest and extending to the northeast by Saturday, June 13. The cooling trend coincides with the formation of rain-bearing thunderstorm clouds over parts of western and southern Libya, bringing much-needed rainfall to several areas.
The forecast covers all four major Libyan regions with distinct weather patterns. Coastal areas in the northwest will see maximum temperatures between 29°C and 33°C today, with high humidity, while inland areas record highs between 35°C and 41°C before the expected cooling begins Friday.
Western Regions: Thunderstorm Cells and Scattered Rain Expected
The area stretching from Ras Ajdir to Sirte, including the Jefara Plain and Nafusa Mountains, will see cloud formations intensify this evening. Thunderstorm cells are expected over parts of the Western Mountain range and its southern outskirts — specifically Tarhuna, Bani Walid, Mizda, Al-Qaryat, Sinawin, and Al-Shuqiq — with scattered rainfall throughout the night.
Winds will shift from southeasterly to northeasterly at light to moderate speeds, then turn northwesterly across most areas starting Friday. This wind shift marks the beginning of the temperature decline that will bring more comfortable conditions to the densely populated coastal corridor.
Eastern and Southern Regions: Heat Persists Before Weekend Cooling
The Gulf coast and Benghazi plain up to Emsaad will experience clear to partly cloudy skies today, with cloud buildup expected Saturday and a chance of scattered rain on coastal areas and the Green Mountain. Temperatures in the east range between 27°C and 32°C, with a notable drop expected Saturday.
In the south — Jufra, Sabha, Ghat, Ghadames, and Al-Hamada — thunderstorm clouds will develop starting Friday evening over Ghadames, Al-Hamada, Jufra, the Haruj mountains, and border areas with Algeria including Ghat, Al-Winat, and surrounding zones. Maximum temperatures in the south remain high, between 39°C and 42°C, before declining Saturday across Ghadames, Al-Hamada, and Jufra.
Key Weather Data Points for June 11–13, 2026
- Northwest coastal temperatures: 29–33°C today, cooling from Friday
- Inland northwest temperatures: 35–41°C, dropping significantly Saturday
- Eastern region temperatures: 27–32°C, notable decline Saturday
- Southern region temperatures: 39–42°C, decreasing Saturday
- Thunderstorm cells active: Western Mountain, Tarhuna, Bani Walid, Mizda, Ghat, Ghadames
- Forecast stability: Weather expected to stabilize across most of Libya by Saturday through mid-next week
What the Forecast Means for Libyan Residents
The National Meteorological Center confirmed that atmospheric conditions will stabilize and turn moderate starting Saturday across most of the country, particularly in northern regions. This moderate pattern is expected to continue through the middle of next week, providing relief after days of intense heat in inland and southern areas.
Residents in western mountain areas and southern border regions should exercise caution due to thunderstorm activity and potential flash flooding in low-lying areas. The rainfall, while localized, is welcome news for agricultural communities that have endured prolonged dry conditions this season.
Looking Ahead: Extended Moderate Conditions Through Mid-June
The extended forecast from Libya's meteorological authority indicates a sustained period of stable, moderate weather beginning this weekend. This shift represents a typical mid-June pattern for the region, where northwesterly winds replace the hot southerly flows that dominated earlier in the week.
Libyans across all regions can expect more comfortable conditions starting Saturday, with temperatures returning to seasonal norms. The combination of rainfall in western and southern areas and cooling temperatures in the north marks a positive shift for the country as it moves deeper into the summer season.
— LibyaPress / Libya Desk
