Saudi Arabia weather forecast warns of heavy rain and flash floods

The National Center for Meteorology has issued a weather report forecasting continued moderate to heavy thunderstorms across several regions of Saudi Arabia. The rainfall, which may lead to flash floods, is expected to impact Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, and Makkah, accompanied by hail showers and active winds that may stir up dust and sand.

In Najran, rainfall is expected to be light to moderate. Meanwhile, the Eastern Province is anticipated to experience high maximum temperatures, with potential morning fog along its coastal areas.

Maritime conditions for the Red Sea include winds between 16 and 36 km/h, potentially exceeding 50 km/h in the south during thunderstorms, with wave heights reaching over two meters. In the Arabian Gulf, winds are expected to reach up to 45 km/h in the northern parts, with waves rising to two meters in the north.