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High Heat Alert Issued for Basrah
A high heat alert has been issued for Basrah as maximum temperatures are forecast to reach 40.1°C on October 14, 2026. This value crosses the established warning threshold.
According to forecast data from wweather1.com, automated systems detected that the temperature threshold in Basrah has been exceeded. The maximum temperature is projected to hit 40.1°C on the forecast date.
This automatic alert reflects the current meteorological projections for the area. High heat conditions require monitoring by residents and local authorities.
Further updates will be provided if forecast conditions change or if additional weather advisories are issued for the region.
Why it is dangerous and what to do
⚠️ Safety
• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
• Limit direct sun exposure during peak afternoon hours.
• Wear lightweight and light-colored clothing.
📊 The numbers, from wweather1 data
Basra: now +25°, Mostly clear.
The record for this date is +39° (2010).
Three-day forecast: 24 October: +36°/+24° · 25 October: +35°/+24° · 26 October: +36°/+23°
The figures are computed automatically from the Open-Meteo/ERA5 archive — no eyeball estimates. 🌍 Weather in nearby cities
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📰 Data source: wweather1. Forecast and analysis — wweather1, based on Open-Meteo / met.no data.