[86475] Weather warning: Thunderstorms and lightning in 8 provinces in Iran
[86475] Weather warning: Thunderstorms and lightning in 8 provinces in Iran
Weather services in Iran are warning of thunderstorms, strong winds, and the possibility of hail in most parts of the north of the country during the day.
Stormy weather forecast in 8 provinces in northern Iran
According to reports from local media outlets, the Meteorological Organization in Iran has issued a warning regarding an active weather system affecting the north of the country today, June 17, 2026.
According to the Akhbar channel, which is associated with general news coverage, "downpours and thunderstorms" are expected today in 8 different provinces in the northern part of the country. The forecast includes strong winds, dust, and the possibility of hail in prone areas.
The main affected provinces include northern West Azerbaijan, East Azerbaijan, Ardabil, Gilan, Mazandaran, the central Alborz ranges, Razavi Khorasan, as well as regions in North and South Khorasan. The SNN news agency, associated with students and a conservative line, emphasized that these conditions will continue into the following day in vast areas including Damavand and the ranges of Tehran, Alborz, Qazvin, and Zanjan.
In the capital Tehran, however, the skies are expected to remain relatively clear, although according to Akhbar, there is a probability of an increase in wind intensity and dust pollution at certain hours during the day.