Heavy rain expected in Baku and regions on Oct. 6-7

Rain is expected to intensify in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula overnight and in the morning from Oct. 6 to 7.

The “Operative Information Center-OMM” reports that the National Hydrometeorology Service issued the forecast.

Rain could be heavy for short periods in some areas. It is expected to gradually ease in the second half of the day. Southeasterly winds will shift to northwesterly winds in the morning.

Temperatures will range from 15 to 17 degrees Celsius overnight and 18 to 22 degrees during the day. Atmospheric pressure will rise from 764 to 767 millimeters of mercury. Relative humidity will be 70-80%.

Intermittent rain is expected in some parts of Azerbaijan’s regions. In isolated areas, rainfall may be intense and accompanied by thunderstorms and hail; snow is possible in mountainous areas. Precipitation may intensify overnight and in the morning in some eastern districts, then gradually ease from the evening. Fog is expected in some areas overnight and in the morning. Easterly winds will prevail.

Temperatures in the regions will range from 11 to 16 degrees Celsius overnight and 20 to 25 degrees during the day. In the mountains, temperatures will be 2 to 7 degrees overnight and 13 to 18 degrees during the day.

Heavy rain and thunderstorms can reduce visibility and make roads slippery. Residents are advised to take care when traveling during periods of intense precipitation.