Showers and thunderstorms are expected to intensify on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, especially in the southern provinces of the country, including Hormozgan, Kerman, and Sistan and Baluchestan. These forecasts are based on atmospheric instability in various regions of the country.
Areas Affected by the Showers
According to the latest reports, there is a possibility of relatively heavy rainfall and temporary winds in the northern and eastern parts of Hormozgan, southern Kerman, and southern Sistan and Baluchestan. These localized showers could lead to flooding of roads, the creation of runoff, and an increase in the water level of seasonal rivers. In these areas, there are concerns about problems arising from heavy rainfall.
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Weather Conditions in the Northern Country
In the northern regions of the country, the provinces of Gilan and Mazandaran may also experience increased cloud cover and scattered showers. Additionally, in East and West Azerbaijan and Ardabil province, there is a possibility of atmospheric instability and light showers. These showers may also occur in the heights of Alborz and some areas of Tehran, Alborz, and Semnan provinces, although rainfall in these heights does not necessarily mean rainfall in all cities.
In the central regions and Zagros, including Isfahan, Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari, Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad, northern Fars, and western Yazd, the possibility of local showers has also been reported. These showers are generally influenced by local conditions and the development of convective clouds and may vary in intensity and extent in nearby areas.
Risks Associated with the Showers
Convective showers generally form due to the rapid ascent of warm, moist air and can be accompanied by thunderstorms, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall. Therefore, even in areas where widespread rainfall is not forecasted, there is a risk of local hazards. It is expected that, given the weather conditions, people in these areas should take necessary precautions and avoid traveling in high-risk areas during heavy rainfall.
Overall, these showers may have various impacts on the daily lives of people, depending on local weather conditions. From flooding of roads to the emergence of runoff, these showers can pose serious challenges for residents of these areas.
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