Today's weather forecast for Wednesday: Thunderstorms and fog in Saudi Arabia
The National Center for Meteorology revealed in its daily report the weather conditions for this Wednesday, indicating the continuation of atmospheric stability over most regions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with specific weather phenomena affecting the southwestern highlands and parts of the eastern region.
Weather details and affected areas
The report indicated that the sky will be partly to mostly cloudy in several regions, with a chance of thunderstorms and rain accompanied by active surface winds. This weather pattern is particularly concentrated over parts of the highlands of Makkah, Al-Baha, and Asir . These forecasts are consistent with the geographical nature of these mountainous areas (the Sarawat Mountains), which often experience cumulonimbus cloud formations during the afternoon and evening hours due to the topography and humidity.
Fog and reduced horizontal visibility
In a related development, the center warned of the possibility of dense fog forming during the night and early morning hours. This warning includes parts of the aforementioned highlands (Makkah, Al-Baha, and Asir), as well as the southern parts of the Eastern Province . Fog is a weather phenomenon that requires extreme caution from drivers on highways and open roads due to reduced horizontal visibility, necessitating adherence to traffic safety instructions.
State of the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf
Regarding maritime traffic, the report indicated the following details:
- Red Sea: Surface winds will be northwesterly to northerly in the northern and central parts, shifting to southeasterly and southerly in the southern part, with speeds ranging from 15 to 30 km/h. Wave heights will range from half a meter to one and a half meters, resulting in a slight to moderate sea state.
- The Arabian Gulf: The waters are experiencing northwesterly surface winds with a speed ranging from 10 to 25 km/h, with wave heights from half a meter to one meter, and the sea state is slight.
The importance of following weather forecasts
These reports are of paramount importance to citizens and residents, as they help in planning daily activities and avoiding potential risks while traveling between cities. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, represented by the National Center of Meteorology, utilizes the latest technologies and early warning systems to provide accurate information that contributes to protecting lives and property, especially in areas experiencing rapid weather fluctuations, such as mountainous regions and coastal areas.
