The Maltese Islands are bracing for a bout of turbulent weather as the Meteorological Office at Malta International Airport issues warnings for strong winds expected to hit the region over the coming hours.
According to the latest forecasts, residents should prepare for Force 6 to 7 winds tonight, blowing from the West-Northwest. This blustery trend is set to characterize much of the remaining week, keeping the seas rough and the air cool.
Weekend Outlook: Sun and Sustained Winds
While the wind will persist through the weekend, there is a silver lining for those looking to head outdoors. After a couple of days marked by isolated showers, sunny intervals are expected to emerge this Saturday and Sunday. However, the wind will only slightly decrease to Force 5 to 6 on Friday, remaining relatively strong until the end of the week.
Looking Ahead to Next Week
The brief respite provided by the weekend sun will unfortunately be short-lived. Forecasters are already predicting a return to more unsettled conditions by next Tuesday and Wednesday, with both rain and strong winds expected to return to the archipelago