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Makkah worshippers continue prayers during heavy rain at Grand Mosque

Masjid al-Haram Makkah Maghrib prayer heavy rain Saudi Arabia

Heavy rain and hail swept through Makkah on Sunday, September 13, 2026, affecting the Grand Mosque (Masjid al-Haram). Worshippers continued their Maghrib prayers and religious rituals around the Kaaba despite the downpour and water covering the marble courtyards.

The National Centre for Meteorology (NCM) had issued warnings for thunderstorms across several regions of Saudi Arabia, including the highlands of Makkah and Madinah, through September 14. These storms were expected to bring hail, strong winds, and potential flash floods to various areas including Jazan, Asir, and Al-Baha.

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Kaaba · Makkah · Masjid al-Haram · National Centre for Meteorology

Sources

Faith through the downpour – Umrah pilgrims pray and circle Kaaba as heavy rain drenches Mecca [wakeup.sg]
Arab Saudi Tiba-tiba Keluarkan Peringatan Serangan di Makkah [www.gelora.co]
Momen Dramatis Jamaah Masjidil Haram Tunaikan Sholat Maghrib di Tengah Hujan Deras - Republika Online [khazanah.republika.co.id]
Watch: Worshippers brave heavy rain at Grand Mosque in Makkah [www.siasat.com]
Arab Saudi Keluarkan Peringatan Potensi Serangan di Jeddah hingga Makkah, Warga Diimbau Jauhi Area Terbuka [www.viva.co.id]