Heavy thunderstorms expected across several regions in Saudi Arabia today

The National Center for Meteorology has forecast continued chances of moderate to heavy thunderstorms, which may cause flash floods and hail, across parts of Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Makkah, and Madinah.

The report also indicated the possibility of fog forming over parts of these regions, as well as the coastal areas of the Eastern Province.

The center added that light to moderate thunderstorms are also expected to persist in Tabuk, Al-Jouf, Hail, Qassim, the Northern Borders, and the Eastern Province.

Additionally, strong winds stirring dust and sand are likely to affect parts of these regions, as well as areas of Riyadh.

Wind and sea conditions

The report stated that surface winds over the Red Sea will be northwesterly to westerly at speeds of 12–35 km/h, reaching up to 50 km/h with thunderstorm activity. Wave heights will range from half a meter to a meter, exceeding two meters during thunderstorms.

In the Arabian Gulf, winds will be southerly to southeasterly at 12–35 km/h, with waves rising from half a meter to one and a half meters, and sea conditions ranging from slight to moderate.