Heatwave to push temperatures up to 49°C in Eastern Province, forecaster warns
Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology warns of a heatwave in the Eastern Province, with temperatures expected to reach up to 49°C.
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AIThe National Center for Meteorology on Monday issued a warning of a heatwave affecting the Eastern Province, with temperatures forecast to rise between 47°C and 49°C.
The center said the heatwave will impact Dammam and Dhahran, as well as the governorates of Khafji, Nairyah, Qaryat Al Ulya, Ras Tanura, Qatif, Alkhobar, Buqayq, Al Udayd, Dhabbalutin, Al-Ahsa, and surrounding villages and centers.
The weather alert is expected to remain in effect until 5 p.m., and the center urged residents to take necessary precautions during this period.