Weather forecast for Saudi Arabia: Unstable weather and thunderstorms
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is experiencing significant weather fluctuations and a unique climate diversity that reflects the country's vast geographical expanse. The latest forecasts indicate the possibility of thunderstorms and strong surface winds that may stir up dust and sand in several regions, necessitating vigilance and precautionary measures from citizens and residents, particularly in major cities such as Riyadh and Dammam.
Weather in Riyadh and the Eastern Province
According to forecasts, the capital city of Riyadh a high of 37 degrees Celsius and a low of 22 degrees, with humidity reaching 65%. The city is also expected to be affected by thunderstorms accompanied by dust storms, weather patterns that will extend to other governorates such as Al-Kharj and Al-Majma'ah. In the Eastern Province, Dammam a high of 35 degrees Celsius and a low of 21 degrees, with high humidity reaching 80%. It shares the same forecast of thunderstorms and dust storms as Riyadh, as does Al-Ahsa Governorate, which is expected to reach 37 degrees Celsius.
The atmosphere in Mecca, Medina and Jeddah
In the western region, Mecca partly cloudy weather with dust in the air, and a high of 37 degrees Celsius. Medinais recording 35 degrees Celsius with a chance of light rain, bringing pleasant conditions to the area. In the coastal city of Jeddah , the temperature is also 35 degrees Celsius, accompanied by strong winds, blowing dust, and humidity reaching 85%.
Southern highlands and northern regions
The southwestern highlands continue to experience mild to cool temperatures, with Abha 23 degrees Celsius, while Soudah the lowest temperature in the region at 17 degrees Celsius for the high and 10 degrees Celsius for the low, accompanied by thunderstorms and dense fog. In the north of the Kingdom, Tarif 20 degrees Celsius andAl-Qurayyat 21 degrees Celsius, with partly cloudy skies and gusty winds.
Climate context and the impact of weather fluctuations
Historically, the Arabian Peninsula is known for its arid desert climate, but the transitional periods between seasons often bring periods of atmospheric instability. These fluctuations, which include dust storms and thunderstorms, play a vital role in the regeneration of vegetation, aligning with the goals of the Saudi Green Initiative to increase green spaces. Locally, these conditions affect land and air transport due to reduced horizontal visibility caused by dust, requiring drivers to exercise extreme caution.
Regionally, these changes are linked to the movement of low-pressure systems originating from the Mediterranean Sea or the Arabian Sea, which affect the weather of the Arabian Gulf as a whole. This data underscores the importance of monitoring official weather forecasts to ensure public safety, especially in areas experiencing heavy rainfall that could lead to flash floods in valleys and ravines.
