The weather report and forecast issued by the Meteorological Services Department in conjunction with the Department of Civil Protection at 4 PM on Tuesday 08 November 2022 valid until Thursday 10 November 2022:
PREAMBLE
The cloud band that drifted into the country through the western provinces resulted in isolated thunderstorms along the western parts of the country yesterday, with notable falls recorded in Zvishavane (49mm), Gweru (19mm), Nkayi (19mm), Kariba (16mm), Kezi (13mm) and West Nicholson (11mm).
This cloud band moved further eastward into the country resulting in thundershowers and cloudy conditions in most areas. It was mild in the morning, and became warm by the afternoon.
FORECAST FOR TOMORROW, WEDNESDAY 09 NOVEMBER 2022
Light rain-showers and cloudy conditions are expected in areas along and to the north of the main watershed during the morning hours becoming less cloudy as the day progresses.
However, it may be thundery at times. It should be mild and cloudy in the morning becoming less cloudy and warm by afternoon.
In areas to the south of the main watershed, it is anticipated to be mostly sunny and warm by day though mild and windy both morning and evening. An odd shower remains probable.
IMPACTS
- Lightning strikes are a major risk during this period, all areas have a potential risk for lightning strikes.
- The atmosphere is conducive to localized hailstorms and strong winds.
ACTIONS TO TAKE
- If caught in the open, please avoid sheltering under isolated trees or in isolated sheds as these tend to be natural lightning conductors.
- When a thunderstorm threatens, get inside a home or large building,
- Even when lightning is seen in a distance, it might not be safe to be outdoors. The rough rule of noting the safe zone when you see lightning is the 30-30 Rule: If you see lightning and cannot count up to 30 seconds before you hear thunder, then you are not safe from the next lightning strike.
- Where possible, install lightning conductors on buildings.
WEATHER OUTLOOK FOR THURSDAY 10 NOVEMBER 2022
Isolated thundershowers are expected along and to the north of the main watershed as well as the Eastern Highlands.
Cool south-easterly winds are anticipated in the southern parts of the country in the morning becoming cloudy and mild by afternoon with light showers which may thundery in some places.