Saudi Arabia's weather today: Fog and reduced visibility in 4 regions, and active winds
The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia issued its daily weather report for Monday, warning of light fog and reduced horizontal visibility across large parts of four major regions of the Kingdom during the early morning hours. This report is part of the ongoing monitoring of weather conditions to ensure the safety of citizens, residents, and highway users.
Details of the fog and reduced visibility
The weather report indicated that fog would be particularly dense in the early morning hours, reducing horizontal visibility to between 3 and 5 kilometers. The center identified the areas and cities affected by this weather condition as follows:
- Eastern Region: Includes parts of Al-Adid Governorate and its surrounding areas.
- Northern borders: The situation is particularly concentrated in the province of Tarif.
- Al-Jawf region: It includes the governorates of Al-Qurayyat and Tabarjal.
- Asir region: The mountainous highlands are affected and include the city of Abha, and the governorates of Ahad Rafidah and Khamis Mushait.
Active winds and dust: widespread effects
In addition to the fog, the National Center for Meteorology indicated the continued impact of active winds stirring up dust and sand, which reduce horizontal visibility in several regions. This includes parts of the Makkah, Madinah, Tabuk, and Hail regions. The effects of these winds also extend to parts of the Qassim, Riyadh, and Eastern regions, necessitating caution, especially for those with respiratory conditions and drivers on open roads.
Rain chances and mountainous areas
Meanwhile, there remains a chance of light rain over parts of the western and southwestern highlands of the Kingdom. Due to their mountainous terrain (the Sarawat Mountains), these areas are more prone to the formation of cumulonimbus clouds and dense fog during the night and early morning hours, creating a distinctly wintry atmosphere but requiring caution while driving on slopes and curves.
Climate context and the importance of warnings
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is characterized by significant topographical and climatic diversity. The highlands of Asir play a prominent role in moderating the weather and attracting rainfall, while the northern regions (Al-Jawf and the Northern Borders) are affected by cold air masses coming from the north. These daily reports are of paramount importance at the local level, as they contribute to regulating traffic on the highways that connect distant cities and assist relevant authorities in taking the necessary measures to reduce traffic accidents caused by poor visibility.
Experts always advise that in such weather conditions, fog lights should be used, a safe distance should be maintained between vehicles, speeding should be avoided, and the National Center for Meteorology's updates should be followed regularly to learn about the developments in the weather.
