Jahra Records Scorching 52 °C, Kuwait Sizzles in Intense Heatwave
Kuwaiti meteorological station in Jahra reached a blistering 52 °C on June 16, 2025, marking one of the country’s highest-ever temperatures during a sweltering regional heatwave.
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Waqar Javeed
6/16/20251 min read
Scorching Heat in Jahra
On Monday, June 16, 2025, the Jahra meteorological station recorded an extraordinary high of 52 °C, marking it among the hottest temperatures ever recorded in Kuwait and highlighting the severity of the ongoing heatwave .
Other areas were hit nearly as hard — Abdali reached 51 °C, while Kuwait City, Wafra, and Jal Al-Layah each recorded around 50 °C .
The intense heat is driven by a regional seasonal low-pressure system, and authorities have issued public advisories urging residents to conserve power, avoid outdoor exposure during peak hours, stay hydrated, and stay safe.
Sources:
• Arab Times – “Jahra station recorded a searing 52 °C … Abdali station registered 51 °C; Kuwait City, Wafra, Jal Al‑Layah around 50 °C”
• Kuwait Times – Meteorologists attribute the rare heatwave to an Indian low‑pressure system and urge power conservation and cold weather safety measures