Extreme heat expected to sweep Kuwait as scorching summer begins July 3

Dubai: A wave of extreme heat is set to sweep across Kuwait beginning July 3, as the country enters what is traditionally known as the hottest period of the year, according to the Al Ajari Scientific Centre.

The date marks the start of a 13-day stretch characterised by scorching daytime temperatures, intense dryness and strong dusty winds.

The centre warned that this seasonal shift, which lasts until July 15, typically brings a significant spike in heat levels across the country.

“This is the hottest part of the year, particularly during the daytime hours,” the centre said in its statement. The period coincides with the sun’s gradual southward movement toward the equator following the summer solstice.

Aside from soaring temperatures, the season is known for hot winds that intensify the already blazing sun, contributing to uncomfortable and potentially hazardous conditions, especially for outdoor workers and vulnerable groups.

The centre also noted subtle but significant changes in the sun’s position and behaviour during this time. After being directly overhead, the sun begins to tilt, and shadows gradually return — a phenomenon locally referred to as “the turning away.”

This marks the beginning of the sun’s retreat from its northernmost point, leading to slightly longer nights and a shift in the seasonal atmosphere.

Authorities have advised the public to take necessary precautions, limit outdoor exposure during peak hours, and stay hydrated as Kuwait braces for one of its most intense heat spells of the year.