(MENAFN - Gulf Times) Strong winds are expected in the country along with poor visibility, the Qatar Met department has said. In a report on Thursday , the weather office also said thundery rain is expected in offshore areas on Friday along with windy conditions and high seas. The wind (northwesterly) speed inshore will be 12-22 knots, going up to 28 knots in some areas at times. Offshore, it will be 22-32 knots and may reach 36 knots, with the sea level rising to 13ft. The detailed forecast says moderate temperature is expected during the daytime along with blowing dust at times and partly cloudy conditions.