Saudi Arabia weather: Rain in the northern border region and weather forecast
The city of Tarif and its surrounding areas in the Northern Borders region witnessed moderate rainfall today, saturating the ground, as part of the unstable weather conditions affecting Saudi Arabia. This rain brings a distinctive winter atmosphere to the region, which is known for its desert landscape that transforms into lush greenery after the rainy season.
In detail, the National Center for Meteorology had issued its preliminary reports indicating continued chances of thunderstorms of varying intensity. According to the meteorological statement, the weather conditions are not limited to the northern borders but extend to large areas of the Kingdom, where moderate to heavy thunderstorms are expected, potentially leading to flash floods in valleys and ravines, accompanied by hail and strong winds that may stir up dust and sand.
The weather forecast includes parts of the Madinah, Qassim, Hail, Tabuk, Al-Jawf, and Eastern Province regions, as well as the northern parts of the Riyadh region. The meteorological department also warned of the possibility of dense fog forming during the night and early morning hours, which could reduce horizontal visibility in parts of these areas, as well as the southwestern highlands.
Geographically and climatically, the Northern Borders region, specifically the province of Tarif, experiences a significant drop in temperatures during the winter. Rainfall is vital for the revitalization of vegetation. Residents, farmers, and livestock breeders welcome this rain, which contributes to the growth of wild and grazing plants, thus enhancing the natural environment and reducing the frequency of dust storms in the future.
In a related context, the General Directorate of Civil Defense and the competent authorities usually call on citizens and residents to be cautious during rainfall, to stay away from places where water accumulates, flood channels and valleys, and to adhere to traffic safety instructions, especially with warnings of reduced visibility due to fog or dust accompanying active winds, to ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment of the rainy weather without accidents.
