According to Hydromet’s latest Seasonal Outlook, the country is expected to experience a significant increase in the number of hot spell days. While Guyana historically records up to 30 hot spell days annually, the current forecast indicates that as many as 80 hot spell days could occur this year. The highest frequency of hot spell days is likely to be experienced in Regions 4, 5, 6, 8 and 10. A hot spell is two or more days of extreme temperatures. These include:Agriculture: Reduced rainfall and higher temperatures is likely to place crops under moisture stress, affect pasture quality and increase water requirements for livestock.