Rain in Jazan and Al-Baha: Details of the weather situation in Saudi Arabia
Introduction to weather conditions and rainfall
Southern and southwestern regions of Saudi Arabia experienced significant weather fluctuations, with scattered rainfall ranging from moderate to heavy across large parts of the area this evening. The Jazan and Al-Baha regions saw the heaviest rainfall, bringing a refreshing atmosphere and stunning natural beauty to these mountainous areas, known for their unique topography and verdant agricultural terraces, which are directly and positively impacted by the rainy seasons.
Details of rainfall in the Jazan region and affected governorates
In the Jazan region, moderate to heavy rainfall affected several mountainous governorates, most notably Haroub, Al-Dayer, Fifa, and Al-Ardah. This rainfall is of paramount importance to the Jazan region, which is considered one of the Kingdom's most important food baskets. The rains contribute to irrigating the renowned agricultural terraces in the Fifa and Al-Dayer mountains, where unique tropical crops such as Saudi Khawlani coffee and mangoes are cultivated. Historically, these governorates have relied on seasonal rainwater to replenish groundwater and sustain agricultural activity, which is the lifeblood of the local economy.
Weather conditions in Al-Baha region
Meanwhile, the Al-Baha region, specifically the governorates of Al-Aqiq and Baljurashi and their surrounding areas, experienced scattered rainfall ranging from light to moderate, accompanied by active thunderstorms. Al-Baha is considered one of the Kingdom's most prominent tourist destinations thanks to its temperate climate and dense forests. This rainfall plays a vital role in enhancing the vegetation cover in natural parks, attracting visitors and tourists from across the Kingdom and positively impacting the domestic tourism sector and the local environment.
Valley flow and the impact of rainfall on the environment
Rainfall affected various parts of the Jazan and Al-Baha regions, as well as several natural parks. As a result, many valleys and streams overflowed, and the land was saturated. While the flow of water in these areas is a natural spectacle that attracts locals, it also necessitates caution and adherence to safety guidelines issued by the Civil Defense to avoid the dangers of flash floods.
Saudi Arabia National Center for Meteorology's weather forecast
In a related development, the National Center for Meteorology and Environmental Protection (NCMEP) released its periodic weather forecast for Saturday across Saudi Arabia. The center issued early warnings of thunderstorms accompanied by strong downdrafts and dust storms in parts of 10 administrative regions, as part of its ongoing efforts to provide early warnings to protect lives and property.
The rainy weather extends to other areas
The weather conditions are not limited to the southern region; light to moderate thunderstorms are expected, accompanied by active winds that will stir up dust and reduce horizontal visibility, across large parts of the Northern Borders region, the Eastern Province, Riyadh, Qassim, Hail, and extending to the Medina region. This wide geographical distribution of rainfall reflects the nature of the climatic changes occurring in the Arabian Peninsula, which are contributing to milder weather and a reduction in temperatures.
