Tag: heatwave
Macedonia 10.08.24 | 22:17

New heatwave begins next week

Another heatwave is expected to begin on Monday. Temperatures will surpass 40 degrees at the highest point during the day. After Wednesday, and especially on Thursday, citizens are warned to expect afternoon thunderstorms.

Macedonia 30.06.24 | 11:15

Heatwave will continue until Monday evening

With temperatures expected to reach between 31 and 38 degrees Centigrade today, and the UV index at 9, citizens are warned to stay indoors and avoid arduous activities outside. The heatwave will abate slightly on late Monday and Tuesday, when we can expect strong rains and hail, followed by colder weather.

Macedonia 19.06.24 | 11:31

40 degrees from today: Do not go outside unnecessarily, drink plenty of fluids

From today to Sunday, as announced by the HMRC, the country will be under the influence of a stable and very warm air mass from the south, which will cause sunny and above-average hot weather for this period of the year. Daytime temperatures will be over 30 degrees everywhere, and in some places they...

Macedonia 18.06.24 | 13:45

Heatwave will intensify from Thursday

Forecasters expect that the heatwave will intensify on Thursday, reaching close to 40 degrees. Temperatures today are going to reach over 40 degrees, the state UHMR forecaster predicts. Temperatures will be exceptionally high in the areas of Skopje, Tetovo and Gostivar.

Macedonia 26.08.23 | 10:05

Heatwave continues, temperatures will reach up to 38 degrees

Citizens are warned to expect scorching temperatures today, as the august heatwave continues to envelop the country. Temperature highs will range between 31 and 38 degrees, and the UV index will reach 8. Some relief will come in the southern parts of Macedonia in the afternoon, where there is a chance...

Macedonia 04.08.23 | 12:48

Heatwave reaches its peak, temperatures will hit 40

As forecasters predicts rain and colder weather on Sunday, today temperatures are reaching their peak. Much of Macedonia will see daily highs between 34 and 40 degrees Centigrade. Citizens are warned to stay indoors and remain hydrated.

Macedonia 21.07.23 | 15:11

The heatwave is about to get even worse

The heatwave is about to get worse – forecasters expect even higher temperatures in the coming days, that will last until the middle of next week. Temperatures will reach 43 degrees on Saturday and the UV index will reach 10. Macedonia remains under an orange alert, which includes bans on working...

Macedonia Health 21.07.22 | 08:49

Health Ministry issues recommendations as heatwave hits Macedonia

The territory of the entire country will be hit by a heatwave in the next four days, from Thursday to Sunday, as authorities have issued orange heatwave alert. During this period, the recommendations for reducing the risks of rising temperatures will apply. The Ministry of Health recommended that the...

Macedonia 21.08.21 | 10:29

Summer rain brings a drop in temperatures

Some welcome rain caused a drop in temperatures across Macedonia this morning, after a month of an intense heatwave. Temperatures today are still expected to reach over 30, and the coming days will be warm and sunny, but more rain is expected later next week.  

Macedonia 17.08.21 | 19:24

Rainstorm helps bring temperatures down by a few degrees

After weeks under heatwave conditions, a powerful rainstorm blasted Macedonia today. The short but intense rain brought the temperatures down by a few degrees. The rain, accompanied by thunder, is expected to continue into Wednesday, and the temperatures will go down from the current highs of 40 to between...

Macedonia 16.08.21 | 19:49

The heatwave will begin to abate on Wednesday

Forecasters give the lengthy heatwave that enveloped Macedonia one more day. Temperatures on Tuesday are expected to hit nearly 40 degrees again, but starting on Wednesday, a drop will finally begin. The heatwave has been in effect since mid July and led to devastating forest fires. As of Wednesday,...

Macedonia 28.07.21 | 09:39

Companies told to exempt pregnant women and the elderly from work because of the heatwave

Due to the on-going heatwave, citizens are urged to remain in their homes as much as possible and to avoid staying in the open. Companies are asked to exempt pregnant women and citizens over 60 from work. All physical work in the open is discouraged. Kindergartens are told to keep the children indoors...

Macedonia 26.07.21 | 10:27

Forecasters expect a week-long heatwave

After a relatively cool week, another heatwave period is expected. Temperatures will reach close to or surpass 40 degrees Centigrade for the entrire coming week, forecasters say. On Monday, the daily highs will reach 38 degrees, with the UV solar index estimated at 8.

Macedonia 13.07.21 | 10:54

Macedonia remains under a heatwave

The heatwave is expected to continue over the coming days. Forecasters predict that the daily highs will range between 31 and 39 degrees, and that the UV solar radiation index will reach 9. Rains and thunderstorms can be expected on Friday evening, but temperatures will remain high. The weekend will...

Macedonia 12.07.21 | 12:12

Forecast: Heatwave conditions will persist at least until Friday

Forecasters warn that the heatwave will persist at least until Friday. Temperatures over the week are going to reach the high 30-ies, with humidity and lack of wind making the heat even more difficult to bear. Starting on Friday, we can expect the temperatures to drop by a few degrees, as well as afternoon...

Macedonia 01.07.21 | 08:29

Heatwave: Temperatures will reach up to 41 degrees today

With temperatures expected to hit 41 degrees, citizens are advised to remain in their homes and avoid activity in the open. The UV solar radiation index is also predicted to hit 9, which adds to the risks. Temperatures across Macedonia will range from 32 to 41 at the mid-day peak, with only a weak to...

Macedonia 24.06.21 | 09:10

The heatwave will peak on Friday

Temperatures in parts of Macedonia will hit up to 41 degrees today, and overall the country will remain under heatwave conditions. Daily highs will range between 33 and 41 degrees, while the morning lows, if we can call them that, are around 20 degrees. The heatwave will continue for the coming few days...

Macedonia 21.06.21 | 09:17

Heatwave: Temperatures expected to hit 40

A major heatwave is expected in the coming days, with temperatures across Macedonia hitting up to 40 degrees. Today’s daily highs will range between 25 and 36 degrees, with some rain possible during the day. But starting tomorrow, all of the country will see highs over 30 and up to 40 degrees,...

Macedonia 26.08.20 | 15:12

New heatwave about to begin

For the next few days, until Tuesday, forecasters expect a strong heatwave over Macedonia. Daily highs will range between 30 and 37 degrees and the peak of the heatwave will be reached at the start of next week when we can expect up to 39 degrees. Starting Tuesday, forecasts expect a drop in temperatures.

Macedonia 30.07.20 | 10:29

Heatwave warning in effect

Citizens are urged to stay indoors today as temperatures are expected to reach up to 40 degrees. The heatwave is causing health issues for the sick and the elderly and the strong UV radiation can be felt even during short walks. Doctors advise that individuals stay hydrated, eat light food and wear light...

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