Reduced rainfall in the week ahead.

Precious Manomano

Herald Reporter

Relatively high and dry conditions are expected over much of the country from Saturday to December 11.

The Meteorological Services Department has urged the public to harvest as much water as possible between Friday and Saturday.

“From Sunday, December 1 until the end of the watch validity period, generally mostly sunny and hot conditions are expected across the country though very isolated cloudy and light showers cannot be ruled out,” the departments said.

The department indicated that starting on Friday, a cool moist south-easterly airflow should reduce the occurrence of thunderstorm activities.

However light rain and drizzle should be experienced in Matabeleland South and Masvingo provinces on Saturday.

“The public is urged to watch for increased transpiration and increased heat units that may cause heat stress in plants,” it said.

“Livestock may suffer from heat stress and the public is urged to keep hydrated and protect from direct sunlight by wearing sunhats and using umbrellas.

“Farmers are urged to irrigate crops when heat stress is noted or as recommended by local Agritex officers adding that animals should have adequate drinking water.”