The Meteorological Services Department of Zimbabwe has released a weather report and forecast for the period 13 – 15 July 2022. Pindula News presents the report and forecast below:
PREAMBLE
ZIMBABWE EVENING WEATHER REPORT AND FORECAST ISSUED AT 1600 HRS ON WEDNESDAY 13 JULY 2022 VALID UNTIL FRIDAY 15 JULY 2022.
There was light rain over parts of the Eastern Highlands this morning, with the highest rainfall amount being 14 mm at Mukandi. It was cloudy over much of the country with sunny breaks by mid-morning making today slightly wanner than yesterday. Meanwhile, south-easterly winds (transmuting from dry to moist) are slowly being driven into the country through the majestic Gonarezhou National Park, in the south-eastern parts of the country.
FORECASTS FOR TOMORROW, THURSDAY 14 JULY 2022
It should be generally cloudy in all areas of Zimbabwe, with short interludes of sunshine, especially over provinces in the southern part of the country, namely Masvingo, Matabeleland South and southern parts of Manicaland. However, it should be cool in all places by afternoon as even the sunny periods will be coupled with the cool winds (being the actual causatives, driving away the clouds). It is anticipated to get cold towards evening with light rain in parts of the Eastern Highlands.
IMPACTS
• Cold conditions may affect the body’s health, with common colds, influenza, and fever, as well as asthma, being common.
• Poultry producers should note that broilers are sensitive to temperature variations
• Low-level cloud/Fog may occur in parts of the Eastern Highlands and this tends to reduce visibility
• Rain and drizzle may affect your outdoor activities, please plan with the weather in mind.
• Rain forms a thin slippery layer on road surfaces which reduces grip and traction.
ACTIONS TO TAKE
• Dress appropriately to keep warm especially overnight, and ensure vulnerable members of society are wain as well. When braziers are in use, please ensure the room is well ventilated.
• An umbrella or raincoat may be essential if one needs to be outside for prolonged periods.
• Poultry producers should check temperature levels regularly and adjustments made to reduce bird mortality and increase productivity.
• Field crops that may be affected by rain need to be stored in a dry place.
• Drive cautiously, especially when visibility has been diminished by fog or cloud-induced darkness.
• Roads may be slippery due to the rainfall, please drive carefully and do not overspeed.
TEMPERATURES FOR THE MAIN CITY CENTRES
Max today Harare
21
Bulawayo
21
Gweru
19
Mutare
21
Kwekwe
21
Kadoma
22
Masvingo
21
Chinhoyi
23
Lupane
27
Bindura
21
Marondera
19
Gwanda
23
Min tomorrow 10 12 09 11 13 10 12 13 10 12 07 12 Max tomorrow 21 22 20 21 22 24 23 24 27 22 20 25
Centre FORECAST OF TOMORROW’S WEATHER IN HOLIDAY RESORTS Temperatures Min Max VICTORIA FALLS: Partly cloudy and mild 12 26 KARIBA: Partly cloudy and mild 16 27 GREAT ZIMBABWE: Cloudy and cool 12 23 NYANGA: Cloudy and cool 07 17 VUMBA: Mostly cloudy and mild 10 21 MATOPOS: Partly cloudy and cool 06 21 CHIMANIMANI: Mostly cloudy and mild 12 19
OUTLOOK
Windy conditions are anticipated in the southern parts of Manicaland, Masvingo and Matabeleland South Provinces with light rain and drizzle in places. It should be mostly cloudy across the entire country with cool daytime conditions becoming cold towards evening.