The Jazan region experienced severe weather fluctuations this evening, including heavy rainfall that affected Jazan city and a large number of its surrounding towns and governorates. This rainfall is part of a series of weather changes affecting various regions of Saudi Arabia during this period, prompting mobilization of relevant authorities and close monitoring by the National Center for Meteorology.
Details of the alert in the Eastern Province
Concurrently with the rainy weather in the south, the National Center for Meteorology issued a yellow alert for the Eastern Province, warning of unstable weather conditions. This alert covered several key governorates, including Jubail, Khobar, Dammam, Qatif, Ras Tanura, Khafji, Nairyah, Qaryat Al-Ulya, Al-Ahsa, and Abqaiq. The center explained that the expected conditions include strong surface winds that could reach speeds of 40 to 49 kilometers per hour, leading to dust storms, reduced horizontal visibility, and a significant increase in wave height along the coastal areas.
Lower temperatures in the north
In related news, Saturday's weather forecast indicates a significant drop in temperatures across the northern regions of the Kingdom. The forecast predicts cold conditions, potentially reaching frost levels, particularly in the highlands of the Tabuk region, as well as the Al-Jawf and Northern Borders regions. The center also warned of dense fog during the early morning hours, which could disrupt traffic in parts of 11 administrative regions across the Kingdom.
The importance of warnings and safety guidelines
These warnings are of paramount importance due to their direct impact on daily life and the safety of citizens and residents. The General Directorate of Civil Defense typically urges caution in such conditions, advising people to stay away from floodplains and valleys, especially in southern regions like Jazan, which is characterized by rugged mountainous terrain that can increase the speed of water flow. Drivers in the eastern and northern regions are also advised to drive with extreme caution due to the possibility of reduced visibility caused by dust or fog.
Geographical and climatic context
This variation in weather conditions—rain in the south, dust in the east, and frost in the north—reflects the great geographical and climatic diversity of Saudi Arabia. While Jazan is influenced by its tropical climate and mountainous terrain, which attracts cumulonimbus clouds, the northern regions are affected by cold air masses coming from the north, and the Eastern Province is influenced by the fluctuations of the Arabian Gulf and its active winds. This makes following weather forecasts essential for planning daily activities and avoiding risks.
