Amman, June 27 (Petra) -- Jordan will be affected by a relatively warm air mass starting Sunday, causing a gradual and slight rise in temperatures to about two to three degrees Celsius above seasonal averages, the Jordan Meteorological Department (JMD) said on Saturday.

Raed Al Khattab, JMD director, said the weather will be relatively hot across most of the kingdom, while hotter conditions are expected in the Badia desert regions, the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba. Periodic northwesterly winds will help temper the heat, followed by moderate nighttime temperatures in most areas.

Maximum daytime temperatures in the capital, Amman, are expected to range between 33 C and 35 C. Temperatures will reach between 37 C and 38 C in the desert areas particularly the northeastern Badia and could touch 40 C in the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and Aqaba.

Al Khattab noted that the normal average maximum temperature for Amman during this time of year is around 32 C, meaning the expected increase remains within normal summer limits. Current numerical weather models indicate the temperature spike will be temporary, with conditions projected to return to standard summer averages by the end of the week.

The department advised citizens, especially those in lowland and desert regions, to avoid direct sunlight during midday hours, drink plenty of fluids, and ensure that children or flammable materials are not left inside sealed vehicles.

//Petra// AF