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Riyadh Heatwave to Push Temperatures as High as 48°C on Tuesday
Riyadh Heatwave to Push Temperatures as High as 48°C on Tuesday RIYADH, August 4 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Temperatures across parts of the Riyadh Region are forecast to reach between 47°C and 48°C on Tuesday, according to the Saudi Press Agency, citing the National Center for Meteorology. The heatwave will affect Riyadh City, Diriyah, Thadiq, Huraymila, Rumah, Dhurma, Marat, Al-Hariq, Al-Kharj, Ad-Dilam, Hawtat Bani Tamim, Al-Muzahimiyah, Ad-Dawadmi, Ar-Rayn, Al-Quwayiy
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NCM Forecasts Rain, Hail and Dust-Stirring Winds Across Several Saudi Regions
NCM Forecasts Rain, Hail and Dust-Stirring Winds Across Several Saudi Regions RIYADH, July 11, Saudi Arabia Breaking News — Rain and hail may fall in parts of the Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha and Makkah regions, according to the National Center for Meteorology. The center said dust-stirring winds will blow in parts of these regions, as well as in parts of the Tabuk, Madinah, Riyadh, Najran and Eastern regions. Over the Red Sea, winds will be northwesterly to westerly at speeds of 20
Jul 111 min read


Saudi Weather Center issues heat warning for Eastern Region, rain alert for Al-Baha
Saudi weather center issues heat warning for Eastern Region, rain alert for Al-Baha DAMMAM/AL-BAHA, Saudi Arabia, June 25 — Saudi Arabia’s National Center of Meteorology issued weather alerts for the Eastern Region and Al-Baha on Thursday. The center warned of a heat wave accompanied by active winds in parts of the Eastern Region, including Buqayq, Al-Udayd, Dhablotin, Al-Ahsa, Al-Hijr and affiliated areas. The conditions are expected to raise dust and reduce horizontal visib
Jun 251 min read


Thunderstorms, Hail Forecast Across Parts of Saudi Arabia
Thunderstorms, Hail Forecast Across Parts of Saudi Arabia RIYADH, June 22 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Thunderstorms accompanied by hail and gusty winds are forecast to continue in parts of Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha and Makkah regions, the National Center for Meteorology reported. Maximum temperatures are also expected to continue rising in the Eastern Region. The center forecast gusty winds and blowing dust in parts of the Eastern Region, as well as parts of Madinah, Hail, Tab
Jun 221 min read


Thunderstorms and Dusty Winds Forecast Across Parts of Saudi Arabia
Thunderstorms and Dusty Winds Forecast Across Parts of Saudi Arabia RIYADH, June 20 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds are expected in parts of Jazan, Aseer and Al-Baha regions, extending to the southern highlands of Makkah Region, the Saudi Press Agency reported, citing the National Center for Meteorology. Gusty winds and blowing dust are also expected to continue in parts of Makkah and Madinah regions, especially in coastal areas. Over t
Jun 201 min read


Gusty, Dust-Stirring Winds Expected Across Several Saudi Regions
Gusty, Dust-Stirring Winds Expected Across Several Saudi Regions | Photography: SPA RIYADH, May 27 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Gusty and dust-stirring winds are expected in parts of Makkah, Madinah, Hail, Al-Jouf, Northern Borders, Qassim, Riyadh and Eastern regions, according to the National Center for Meteorology. Thunderclouds accompanied by gusty winds are also expected over parts of the highlands of Jazan, Aseer and Al-Baha. Over the Red Sea, winds will be northwester
May 271 min read


Saudi meteorology center forecasts thunderstorms, flash floods in parts of kingdom
RIYADH, April 30 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology forecast moderate to heavy thunderstorms, flash floods and hail in parts of Najran, Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha and Makkah regions. The center also forecast light to moderate rain in parts of the Eastern Province, Riyadh, Qassim, Hail, Al-Jouf and the Northern Borders region. Gusty winds raising dust are expected in parts of those areas as well as Tabuk and Madinah regions, it said. Over
Apr 301 min read


Saudi weather agency issues red alert for heavy rain in parts of Makkah region
Riyadh, March 23, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s National Center of Meteorology issued a red alert on Monday warning of heavy rain in the governorates of Adham and Al Lith in the Makkah region, including Bani Yazid, Jadhm and Yalamlam. The alert also covers open areas and highways, with expected impacts including strong winds, near-zero visibility, hail, flash floods and thunderstorms. The center said the weather condition is expected to begin at 10 a.m. o
Mar 231 min read


Saudi Civil Defense warns of heavy rain and flash floods across the Kingdom
RIYADH, March 22, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Directorate of Civil Defense urged the public to exercise caution and remain in safe locations as thunderstorms are expected to continue affecting parts of Saudi Arabia through Saturday. The directorate advised residents to stay away from valleys and areas prone to flash floods, avoid swimming in such locations, and follow instructions issued through official media outlets and social media platforms. It said th
Mar 231 min read


Saudi Civil Defense Warns of Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Across Several Regions
SPA Riyadh, March 10, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Saudi Civil Defense urged residents to exercise caution as thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are expected across several regions of Saudi Arabia from Wednesday through Sunday. Authorities advised the public to remain in safe locations, avoid flood-prone valleys and areas where water accumulates, and refrain from swimming in floodwaters. Residents were also urged to follow official guidance issued through media and socia
Mar 101 min read


Thunderstorms, hail and strong winds to affect several regions of Saudi Arabia
SPA RIYADH, Dec. 27 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Thunderstorms accompanied by hail showers, active winds and possible fog formation will continue to affect several regions across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, according to the National Center for Meteorology. The center said the weather conditions are expected to impact parts of Jazan, Aseer, Al-Baha, Makkah, Riyadh, Qassim and the Eastern Region, as well as parts of the Northern Borders and Al-Jouf regions. Fog may also form
Dec 27, 20251 min read


Saudi Civil Defense Urges Public Caution Ahead of Expected Thunderstorms
📷SPA Riyadh, November 13, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The General Directorate of Civil Defense has urged the public to take precautionary measures and remain in safe locations, advising residents to avoid valleys, areas prone to flash floods, and swimming in them, amid forecasts of thunderstorms across most regions of the Kingdom from Friday through Monday. The directorate said the Makkah Region is expected to see moderate to heavy rainfall that may cause flash flood
Nov 13, 20251 min read


Saudi Arabia Forecasts Dust, Heavy Rain, and Hail in Southern and Western Regions
Riyadh, September 9, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The National Center for Meteorology forecast dust-stirring winds, moderate to...
Sep 9, 20251 min read
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