Heavy rain forecast for Jeddah and Rabigh as new weather system hits Saudi Arabia

The National Center for Meteorology has forecast that most regions of Saudi Arabia will be affected by a new weather system beginning Friday, bringing rainfall of varying intensity that will also impact the coastal areas of the Makkah region.

The center indicated that Jeddah and Rabigh are expected to see moderate to heavy rain on Saturday, according to climate forecasts.

The weather system is expected to expand and intensify across most regions of the Kingdom on Monday and Tuesday. The center urged the public to follow weather reports and warnings, and to exercise caution during rainfall.

Hussain bin Mohammed Al-Qahtani, spokesperson for the National Center for Meteorology, confirmed the center's readiness to monitor the situation. He emphasized the importance of adhering to instructions from relevant authorities and keeping up with the latest forecasts and alerts.

Al-Qahtani also called on everyone to remain vigilant, avoid flood-prone areas and valleys, and not to attempt crossing them during heavy flows.