Today's weather details in Saudi Arabia and weather warnings

The National Center for Meteorology announced details of Thursday's weather for Saudi Arabia, issuing important warnings to citizens and residents. The forecast includes strong winds, dust storms, and thunderstorms of varying intensity across several regions. These warnings are issued as part of the authorities' commitment to public safety and to avoiding the risks associated with severe weather conditions.

Climate change and weather fluctuations in the Kingdom

The Arabian Peninsula, and Saudi Arabia in particular, is characterized by a geographical and climatic nature that makes it susceptible to rapid weather fluctuations during the transitional periods between seasons. Historically, the Kingdom experiences significant surface wind activity during these times of year, which can trigger sandstorms and the formation of cumulonimbus clouds. The National Center of Meteorology continuously monitors these climatic changes using the latest technologies to provide accurate forecasts that contribute to protecting lives and property, reflecting the significant development of the Saudi meteorological monitoring system in recent years.

Map of areas affected by Thursday's weather

According to the official statement issued by the Meteorology Department, Thursday's weather will feature strong, high-speed winds, leading to dust storms and potentially causing near-zero horizontal visibility. This weather pattern will affect large parts of the Eastern Province, the Northern Borders region, Al-Jawf, Tabuk, Hail, Al-Qassim, Riyadh, Madinah, and Makkah.

Furthermore, moderate to heavy thunderstorms are expected to continue, potentially leading to flash floods in valleys and ravines. These storms may be accompanied by hail in parts of the aforementioned regions, extending to include parts of Al-Baha, Asir, Jazan, and Najran.

Expected effects of weather on daily life

These weather forecasts are of paramount importance at both the local and regional levels. Locally, these fluctuations directly impact land and air traffic, as sandstorms and reduced visibility necessitate extreme caution from drivers on highways to avoid traffic accidents. Flash floods also require citizens and residents to stay away from valleys and waterways for their safety. On the other hand, these rains play a vital and positive role in supporting the local agricultural sector and replenishing groundwater reserves, which in turn benefits the flourishing of vegetation and the natural environment throughout the Kingdom.

Maritime navigation conditions in the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf

The weather report was not limited to land, but also included the condition of ports and coasts to ensure the safety of maritime navigation, as the condition of the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf was detailed as follows:

Red Sea

• Surface winds: Southwesterly to northwesterly in the northern part, and southeasterly to southwesterly in the central and southern parts at a speed of 22-45 km/h, reaching up to 60 km/h with the formation of rain-bearing thunderclouds.
• Wave height: from one to two meters, reaching more than three meters with the formation of rain-bearing thunderclouds.
• Sea state: Light to moderate waves, becoming rough with the formation of rain-bearing thunderclouds.

Arabian Gulf

• Surface winds: Northwesterly to westerly at a speed of 15-32 km/h, reaching up to 50 km/h with the formation of rain-bearing thunderclouds.
• Wave height: from half a meter to one and a half meters, reaching more than two and a half meters with the formation of rain-bearing thunderclouds.
• Sea state: Light to moderate waves, becoming rough with the formation of rain-bearing thunderclouds.