Monday Weather: Dust Winds, Rain And Fog Across Several Regions

The National Center for Meteorology has issued a weather forecast highlighting a mix of dust-stirring winds and light to moderate rainfall across various regions in Saudi Arabia. Notably, the areas of Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, and Makkah are expected to experience these conditions, with fog formation anticipated over parts of the highlands within these regions. Additionally, brisk winds are predicted to sweep over parts of the Eastern Region and the southern sector of Riyadh.

Marine activity on the Red Sea is set to encounter northerly to northwesterly winds with speeds ranging from 15-45 km/h in the northern and central parts. Meanwhile, the southern part will see southwesterly to northwesterly winds at speeds of 12-50 km/h. Wave heights in the northern and central sections are expected to vary between one to two meters, escalating to one to two and a half meters in the southern part, leading to conditions ranging from relatively calm to choppy seas.

In contrast, the Arabian Gulf will experience southerly to southeasterly winds at speeds of 15-45 km/h, transitioning to northeasterly to northerly directions with speeds of 10-30 km/h. The wave heights will fluctuate between one to two meters in the northern and central parts, and from half a meter to a meter in the southern part, resulting in calm to choppy sea conditions.

The combination of dust-stirring winds and rainfall could significantly affect daily activities and visibility in the mentioned regions. Residents and travelers are advised to stay informed about the latest weather updates and take necessary precautions, especially when planning maritime activities in the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf. The forecasted fog formation over highland areas may also impact transportation and necessitate extra caution during early morning hours.

This weather update serves as a crucial reminder for individuals in Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Makkah, parts of the Eastern Region, and southern Riyadh to prepare for varying weather conditions. The National Center for Meteorology continues to monitor these developments closely, providing timely updates to ensure public safety and awareness.

With inputs from SPA