Amman, Aug. 11 (Petra) -- Temperatures are forecast to decline gradually through the end of the week, returning to seasonal averages by Friday, while very hot conditions continue to affect the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea and Aqaba, according to the Jordan Meteorological Department.

Relatively hot weather will prevail on Tuesday across the highlands and plains, while the Badia, the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea and Aqaba will remain very hot. Moderate winds shifting between northeasterly and northwesterly directions are expected to strengthen during the afternoon, raising dust particularly in desert areas.

The Meteorological Department warned against prolonged exposure to direct sunlight during peak hours, particularly in the Badia and low-lying regions. It also cautioned that blowing dust could reduce horizontal visibility in the Badia.

The department urged the public not to leave children or older adults inside closed vehicles and advised against lighting fires or leaving burning materials in forested areas.

A slight drop in temperatures is forecast on Wednesday, although relatively hot weather will continue across the highlands and plains through Thursday. The Badia will remain hot, while very hot conditions are expected to persist in the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea and Aqaba.

Moderate northwesterly winds are forecast on Wednesday and Thursday, becoming active during the afternoon and generating dust, particularly across the Badia.

Temperatures are expected to decline further on Friday, returning to their seasonal averages for this time of year. Typical summer conditions will prevail across most regions, while the Badia, the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea and Aqaba will remain hot. Some low-altitude clouds are also expected.

Tuesday's temperatures are forecast to reach 36 degrees Celsius in East Amman and 34 C in West Amman, while highs of 32 C are expected in the northern highlands, 33 C in the Sharah highlands and 35 C across the plains.

//Petra// RZ