Qatar’s Meteorology Department has released the weather forecast for the weekend, covering Thursday, July 2, through Saturday, July 4, 2026. Residents can expect very hot daytime conditions across the country throughout the three-day period, with daytime temperatures reaching up to 44°C. While most areas will remain dry, changing wind patterns, slight dust, and early morning fog are expected in some locations.

On Thursday, temperatures will range between 32°C and 44°C. The weather will be hot to very hot during the day, with slight dust affecting some areas at times. Northwesterly to northeasterly winds will blow at 6–16 knots, with gusts reaching 26 knots in some places during the daytime. Sea conditions will range from 2–4 feet, rising to 6 feet in northern waters at times.

Friday will remain hot to very hot, with temperatures ranging from 33°C to 42°C. Conditions will become relatively humid overnight. Winds will be variable at first before shifting mainly easterly to southeasterly at 3–13 knots, with gusts reaching 20 knots in some areas during the day. Seas are expected to remain relatively calm, ranging between 1–3 feet.

On Saturday, temperatures will ease slightly, ranging from 32°C to 40°C. Misty to foggy conditions are expected over northern areas during the early morning, leading to reduced horizontal visibility before the weather becomes hot during the day with relatively humid conditions at night. Winds will initially be variable before becoming mainly easterly at 3–13 knots, with gusts reaching 20 knots in some locations, while sea heights will remain between 1–3 feet.

Residents planning outdoor activities over the weekend are encouraged to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight during the hottest hours of the day, and exercise extra caution when driving in areas affected by early morning fog on Saturday.