The Meteorological Services Department of Zimbabwe has reported that scattered thunderstorms were recorded in most parts of the country. In a weather report and forecast seen by Pindula News, MSD said it expects partly cloudy weather conditions this week. Reads a report and forecast for the period 10 -12 December 2022:
PREAMBLE
ZIMBABWE EVENING WEATHER REPORT AND FORECAST ISSUED AT 1600 HRS SATURDAY 10 DECEMBER 2022 VALID UNTIL MONDAY 12 DECEMBER 2022.
Scattered thunderstorms that occurred in most parts of the country yesterday resulted in some localised heavy amounts in excess of 20mm in places like Guruve (84mm), Karoi (37mm) and Kanyemba (27mm). Partly cloudy and warm conditions dominated most places this afternoon.
FORECAST FOR TOMORROW, SUNDAY 11 DECEMBER 2022
It should be partly cloudy and mild in the morning in Matabeleland North, parts of Mashonaland West, Midlands, Bulawayo Metropolitan and some parts of Matabeleland South. Warm and cloudy afternoon conditions with isolated thundershowers should be expected. In all other areas, mostly sunny and warm conditions are anticipated during the day becoming mild towards the evening.
IMPACTS
• Lightning is a major threat during this part of the year, being inherent in thundershowers.
• Localized downpours are probable in places.
• Strong winds may blow off roofs and damage property.
ACTIONS TO TAKE
• When thunder roars, go indoors. Stay indoors for at least 30 minutes after the thunderstorms have ended. These are precautionary measures to reduce the chances of being struck by lightning.
• Note that lightning can strike from a large distance; thus if you can hear thunder within 30 seconds of seeing lightning, then you are close enough to get struck. Go into a vehicle or a house.
• Avoid contact with water or metal objects including farming equipment when lightning is visible, even from a distance.
• Insure crops against adverse weather such as hailstorms.
• Be Weather-ready; always plan with the weather in mind.
• Keep hydrated,
• Wear a sun hat if sunny conditions are prevailing in your area.
WEATHER OUTLOOK FOR MONDAY 12 DECEMBER 2022
Sunny and hot conditions are anticipated in most places across the country except for some areas in Matabeleland South which should be cloudy with the possibility of afternoon thunderstorms.