The Meteorological Services Department of Zimbabwe has released a weather report and forecast for the period 07-09 October 2022. Pindula News presents the report and forecast below:
PREAMBLE
ZIMBABWE EVENING WEATHER REPORT AND FORECAST ISSUED AT 1600 DRS ON FRIDAY 07 OCTOBER 2022 VALID UNTIL SUNDAY 09 OCTOBER 2022.
It started off mild and hazy with clear skies across the country. It became hot in the afternoon. Meanwhile, pressure is rising over the southeastern coast of South Africa.
FORECAST FOR TOMORROW SATURDAY 08 OCTOBER 2022
It should be cloudy and windy in the morning in Matabeleland South, Masvingo and southern parts of Manicaland provinces. As the day progresses, mostly sunny conditions should dominate. The remaining parts of the country should be sunny, hazy and hot in the afternoon though mild in the morning.
IMPACTS
• The dry weather and high temperatures being experienced increase the risk of veldt fires.
• The prevailing weather has the effects of increasing evapotranspiration rates.
• Hot conditions may cause dehydration and heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke, heat exhaustion, and heat rash.
• Accumulation of heat in places such as inside parked cars and other vehicles may affect passengers.
ACTIONS TO TAKE
• Veld fires are extensive so farmers are expected to construct fire guards that are at least 9 metres wide and free of burning vegetative matter; put out any fires found in open veldt fires and road-sides. Do not leave any fire unattended.
• Farmers are advised to adjust irrigation management accordingly; using plenty of mulch to retain moisture can help to cool the plants, especially during the day; the best time to irrigate can be early in the morning or in the evening. Farmers can also resort to farming practices such as shade cloths to shade their crops.
• Take enough fluids to compensate for water loss through dehydration with medical doctors’ advice.
• Do Not Leave Children in Cars: Cars can quickly heat up to dangerous temperatures, even with a window cracked open
TEMPERATURES FOR THE MAIN CITY CENTRES
| Max today |
Harare 31 |
Bulawayo 35 |
Gweru 34 |
Mutare 30 |
Kwekwe 35 |
Kadoma 35 |
Masvingo 36 |
Chinhoyi 35 |
Lupane 36 |
Bindura 34 |
Marondera 30 |
Gwanda 38 |
| Min tomorrow | 15 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 13 | 17 |
| Max tomorrow | 29 | 31 | 30 | 27 | 32 | 33 | 30 | 34 | 34 | 32 | 26 | 32 |
FORECAST OF TOMORROW’S WEATHER IN HOLIDAY RESORTS |
TEMPERATURESMin Max |
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| VICTORIA FALLS: | Sunny and hot | 15 | 34 |
| KARIBA: | Sunny and hot | 20 | 36 |
| GREAT ZIMBABWE: | Cloudy and warm | 16 | 30 |
| NYANGA: | Sunny and warm | 09 | 23 |
| VUMBA: | Partly cloudy and warm | 10 | 29 |
| MATOPOS: | Partly cloudy and warm | 12 | 28 |
| CHIMANIMANI: | Sunny and hot | 13 | 29 |
WEATHER FORECAST FOR SUNDAY 09 OCTOBER 2022
Cool and partly cloudy morning conditions are anticipated in Masvingo and southern parts of Manicaland provinces. However, sunny and hot conditions should prevail in the afternoon. All other places, should be cool in the morning and hot in the afternoon under clear skies.
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