The Qatar Meteorology Department has issued its weather forecast for the weekend, with hot to very hot daytime conditions expected across Qatar from Thursday, September 17, to Saturday, September 19, 2026.

On Thursday, September 17, the weather is expected to be hot to very hot during the daytime, with some clouds. Temperatures are forecast to reach 42°C, with a minimum of 32°C. The department also expects hazy to misty conditions in some areas at first. Winds will be northwesterly to northeasterly at 5–15 knots, while offshore wave heights are expected to range from 2–4 feet, rising to 6 feet at times.

On Friday, September 18, the weather is expected to be hazy to misty in some areas at first before becoming hot during the daytime, with some clouds. Temperatures will reach around 41°C, with a minimum of 31°C. Winds are expected to be southwesterly at first, becoming mainly northwesterly to northeasterly at 5–15 knots. Offshore wave heights are forecast at 2–4 feet.

On Saturday, September 19, hazy to misty conditions may occur in some areas at first, followed by hot daytime weather with some clouds. The temperature is expected to reach a maximum of 39°C, with a minimum of 30°C. Winds will be southwesterly at first, becoming northwesterly to northeasterly at 5–15 knots, while offshore wave heights are expected to range between 1–3 feet.

The Qatar Meteorology Department advises residents and visitors to stay updated on weather conditions when planning outdoor activities over the weekend, particularly during the hot daytime hours.