The forecast anticipates mostly normal conditions throughout much of the Middle East, but Iran, as well as countries in the region’s southern areas, are expected to experience pockets of exceptional deficits. Some notable surplus is anticipated in isolated regions of Turkey.
Middle East: Intense transitional conditions persist throughout Saudi Arabia
Middle East: Intense transitional conditions persist in Saudi Arabia, Yemen
Middle East: Transitional conditions to spread throughout Saudi Arabia, Yemen
Middle East: Water deficits, transitional conditions to persist throughout
The forecast through May 2023 indicates intense transitional conditions in Saudi Arabia to mostly subside. Mild transitional areas in its south-central region will continue, spreading into Yemen. Intense surpluses are expected to persist in central Syria and southwestern Iran, as are exceptional deficits in western Turkey.