The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia issued an important report on the expected weather conditions in the coming days. Forecasts indicate that the Makkah region and its governorates will be affected by moderate to heavy rainfall. According to official data, these weather fluctuations will begin tomorrow, Monday, and continue until Wednesday, December 8-10, 2025. Citizens and residents are advised to take precautions.
Details of the rainfall situation and affected areas
The meteorological department explained that the weather conditions will not be limited to the holy city of Mecca, but will extend to a number of vital governorates in the region. The list of affected areas includes Jeddah, Taif, Al-Kamil, Al-Jumum, Maysan, Adham, Rabigh, Khulais, and Bahra. These forecasts coincide with the monitoring of cumulonimbus clouds, which may be accompanied by heavy thunderstorms that could lead to flash floods in some valleys and ravines, especially in mountainous areas and on slopes.
The importance of warnings and public safety guidelines
In a related context, and in response to weather reports, the General Directorate of Civil Defense urged everyone to adhere to safety instructions during this period. These warnings are of paramount importance given the geographical nature of the Makkah region, which is characterized by numerous valleys and flood channels. Experts always emphasize the following in such conditions:
- Stay completely away from valleys and flood channels and do not risk crossing them, no matter how high the water level is.
- Avoid low-lying areas and water pools that may form on roads.
- Follow official media outlets and the accounts of the Meteorology and Civil Defense agencies to get real-time updates on the weather situation.
Overview: Kingdom's weather until Thursday
The weather fluctuations are not limited to the western region; the National Center for Meteorology has indicated that the rainy conditions will affect most areas of Saudi Arabia and will continue until next Thursday. Weather maps indicate the possibility of thunderstorms of varying intensity, accompanied by active downdrafts that may stir up dust and sand, with gusts sometimes exceeding 60 km/h.
The regions expected to be affected by this weather system include Asir, Al-Baha, Madinah, Tabuk, Hail, Qassim, Jazan, Al-Jawf, the Northern Borders, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province. The center also warned of the possibility of hail and high waves in coastal areas of the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf, which could affect maritime navigation and fishing activities.
This weather condition comes as part of the climatic features that the Kingdom experiences at this time of year, as low-pressure systems become active, contributing to seasonal rainfall, which is of great importance for replenishing groundwater and vegetation, despite the risks that may accompany it, requiring caution.
