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2 days ago

Civil Defense Urges Caution Amid Forecast Of Thunderstorms Hitting Across Saudi Arabia Through Friday

The General Directorate of Civil Defense has urged the public to exercise caution amid forecast of the National Center for Meteorology (NCM) about continued thunderstorms hitting across Saudi Arabia until Friday. The Civil Defense called on the people to remain in safe locations, stay away from areas prone to flash floods and valleys, refrain from swimming in them. It urged them to adhere to instructions disseminated through various media outlets and social media platforms. According to the NCM forecast, the Makkah region will be affected by moderate to heavy rain, leading to flash floods, hail, and dust storms. This includes the areas such as Turbah, Al-Mawiyah, Al-Khurma, Raniya, Taif, Maysan, Adham, and Al-Ardiyat. Light to moderate rain is expected in Makkah, Al-Jumum, and Al-Kamil. The Riyadh region will also be affected by moderate to heavy rain leading to flash floods, hail, and dust storms. This includes the capital city of Riyadh, as well as Al-Dalam, Al-Muzahmiyah, Dhurma, Marat, Al-Qiddiyah, Al-Diriyah, Al-Rayn, Al-Hariq, Al-Kharj, Hawtat Bani Tamim, Afeef, Al-Dawadmi, Al-Quway’iyah, Al-Ghat, Al-Zulfi, Al-Majma’a, Shaqra, Thadiq, Huraymila, and Rumah. The NCM stated that the regions of Madinah, Hail, Qassim, Northern Borders, Eastern Province, Tabuk, Al-Jouf, Al-Baha, Asir, Jazan, and Najran will also […]

3 days ago

Bahrain: Weather Tantrums This week – Sunny Start, Humid Finish

Bahrain is set to experience a week of variable weather conditions, with gradually increasing humidity, shifting wind patterns, and a chance of scattered rainfall mid-week, according to the Meteorological Department of the Ministry of Transport and Telecommunications. The week is expected to begin on a relatively stable note, with Sunday expected to be partly cloudy. South-easterly winds will blow at 5 to 10 knots, occasionally strengthening to 12 to 17 knots, while temperatures are forecast to reach a high of 33°C and a low of 22°C. On Monday, partly cloudy conditions are expected to continue, with winds shifting to the northeast and gradually strengthening by evening to between 17 and 22 knots. Temperatures will slightly decrease, with maximum levels around 30°C. Weather conditions are expected to become more unsettled from Tuesday, as atmospheric instability increases. The Kingdom may see scattered showers, accompanied by active northerly winds ranging from 10 to 15 knots and occasionally reaching 22 knots. Temperatures will remain below 29°C, while humidity levels are forecast to rise significantly. The unsettled pattern is expected to continue into Wednesday, with partly cloudy skies, a possibility of light scattered rain, and humidity levels reaching up to 90 percent. Overall, the forecast […]

1 week ago

Saudi Arabia: Clouds Swirl Over Taif Mountains As Cool Weather Draws Visitors Outdoors

Moderate rainfall formed thick clouds that blanketed the skies over Taif Governorate, enhancing the area’s atmosphere. The temperate weather brought along cool winds and a sense of comfort, adding to the governorate’s climatic appeal. The Saudi Press Agency captured the stunning views, documenting the clouds that whirled between mountain ranges and blended and dark greys and bright pink and yellow hues of the sun’s light in the sky. Parks and highlands saw strong turnout from residents and visitors, who enjoyed the cooler conditions and natural landscapes.

1 week ago

Light Rain Expected Across UAE With Clouds Building Over Western Areas On Tuesday

Light rain is expected across parts of the UAE on Tuesday, with cloudy conditions developing at times, particularly over western areas, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The forecast indicates fair to partly cloudy skies overall, with periods of increased cloud cover that may bring light rainfall in some regions. Winds will be light to moderate, freshening at times and stirring dust and sand, with speeds ranging from 10 to 25 km/h and reaching up to 40 km/h. Sea conditions in the Arabian Gulf are expected to be rough, while the Oman Sea will be moderate to rough. Temperatures will remain relatively mild, with daytime highs reaching around 27°C in Abu Dhabi, 26°C in Dubai and 27°C in Sharjah. Inland areas such as Al Ain will see temperatures of up to 30°C, while Fujairah is forecast to be warmer at around 34°C. Overnight temperatures will range between 17°C and 23°C. Humidity levels are expected to rise, reaching up to 85 per cent in some coastal areas, contributing to humid conditions overnight and into the early morning.

2 weeks ago

UAE weather: Rains likely; Dubai temperatures to dip to 23ºC

UAE residents can expect a rainy Saturday (April 11), according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The weather department said conditions will be partly cloudy to cloudy at times, with convective cloud formation bringing a chance of rainfall over scattered areas of the country. While some rains are expected, temperatures in the country are set to remain relatively warm, with highs reaching up to 35ºC. In Dubai, temperatures could dip to around 23ºC and a high of 31ºC, while Abu Dhabi is expected to see lows of 22ºC and a high of 30ºC. Winds will be light to moderate, blowing from the northeast to southeast, freshening at times and causing blowing dust, with speeds of 15 to 25 kmph, reaching up to 40 kmph. The sea will be slight to moderate, becoming rough at times, with clouds in the Arabian Gulf and slight to moderate in the Oman Sea.

2 weeks ago

Moderate to heavy rain forecast in Riyadh region through Sunday

The National Center for Meteorology has forecast moderate to heavy rainfall across the Riyadh region starting Saturday and continuing through Sunday. The expected rainfall will affect Riyadh city and several governorates, including Al-Dilam, Al-Muzahimiyah, Dhurma, Al-Qiddiya, Diriyah, Hotat Bani Tamim, Al-Hariq, Al-Kharj, and Marat. The Civil Defense urged the public to exercise caution, follow safety instructions, and avoid risky areas during the weather conditions.

2 weeks ago

UAE weather: Chance of rain, temperatures to dip to 21ºC in Abu Dhabi, Dubai

The weather on Friday, April 10, is expected to be partly cloudy and cloudy at times, accompanied by some convective clouds, according to a forecast by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The convection leads to a chance of rainfall over scattered areas of the country at intervals. Meanwhile, temperatures are expected to rise in some parts of the UAE. Temperatures in Dubai and Abu Dhabi will rise to highs of 31ºC and 32ºC, respectively, while dipping to lows of 21ºC. Light to moderate northeasterly to southeasterly winds are set to blow, freshening at times with a speed of 10-25 km/hr, reaching 35 km/hr. The sea will be slight to moderate in the Arabian Gulf and in the Oman Sea.

2 weeks ago

NCM Forecast: Summer Temperatures In Saudi Arabia To Rise Up To 2 °C Above Normal

The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) confirmed that temperatures during this year’s summer season in the months of June-July-August will be higher than normal across most regions of Saudi Arabia. The increase in temperatures during the season, while comparing to the previous season, ranges between one and two degrees Celsius in the western, southwestern, and parts of the southern regions, while the increase is expected to be less than that in the remaining regions, according to Hussein Al-Qahtani, spokesman of NCM. He said that there are no climatic indicators pointing to an early summer in the Kingdom, noting that the current weather patterns are consistent with normal seasonal averages, according to climate models and recent analyses.Al-Qahtani explained that forecasts indicate temperatures will be below average for two consecutive weeks starting at the end of April, followed by a week in which temperatures will approach normal levels across most of the Kingdom. Al-Qahtani said that these forecasts are part of the seasonal climate studies that the center conducts periodically. He noted that the NCM will issue a detailed climate report in the coming period, outlining the most prominent features of this summer and the expected changes. He urged the public to […]

3 weeks ago

NCM Forecasts Of Drop In Temperatures Across Northern Saudi Arabia

The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) forecasts a drop in temperatures across northern Saudi Arabia. It noted the continuation of light to moderate thunderstorms accompanied by active winds that may stir up dust and sand in parts of the Northern Borders, Eastern Province, Riyadh, Qassim, Hail, and Madinah regions. The center added that moderate rainfall is expected in parts of the Makkah, Asir, and Jazan highlands. The NCM warned of moderate rainfall, accompanied by strong winds, near-zero visibility, flash floods, hail, and thunderstorms in Al-Baha city and the governorates of Al-Qura, Al-Mandaq, Baljurashi, Bani Hassan, Al-Aqiq, and surrounding areas in Al-Baha region. Light rain accompanied by active winds, reduced horizontal visibility, and thunderstorms are expected in the governorates of Al-Makhwah, Qalwah, Al-Hajrah, Ghamid Al-Zanad, and surrounding areas in Al-Baha region.

3 weeks ago

Saudi Arabia: Moderate Rain Forecast In Riyadh From Saturday To Sunday

The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) forecast moderate rainfall across the Riyadh region starting Saturday and continuing through Sunday. The expected rainfall will cover Riyadh city, Al-Dilam, Al-Muzahmiyah, Durma, Marat, Al-Qiddiya, Thadiq, Huraymila, Diriyah, Rumah, Al-Quwayiyah, Al-Rayn, Hotat Bani Tamim, Al-Hariq, Al-Kharj, Wadi Al-Dawasir, Al-Sulayyil, and Al-Aflaj. The Civil Defense urged the public to exercise caution and follow safety instructions during the rainy conditions.

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Civil Defense Urges Caution Amid Forecast Of Thunderstorms Hitting Across Saudi Arabia Through Friday

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UAE weather: Chance of rain, temperatures to dip to 21ºC in Abu Dhabi, Dubai

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