Baghdad: The Iraqi Meteorological Organization predicted clear skies and rising temperatures in the coming days. In a statement, the organization said, “Thursday’s weather will be clear and hot, with moderate northwesterly winds and temperatures similar to the previous day across the country. The minimum temperature in Baghdad today was 28 degrees Celsius, and the expected maximum is 49 degrees Celsius.”

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the statement added, “Friday’s weather will be clear and hot across the country, with temperatures similar to the previous day and light to moderate northwesterly winds.” It also indicated that Saturday’s weather will be clear and hot, with temperatures rising across the country and light, variable winds.