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Thunderstorms and flash-flood risk forecast in 10 Saudi regions
Saudi Arabia’s weather center forecast more thunderstorms for Saturday in parts of 10 regions.
The areas named include Jazan, Asir, Makkah, Madinah and parts of the Eastern Province.
Heavy rain could cause flash floods, and storms may bring hail and strong winds that stir up dust.
Dense fog may reduce visibility in parts of the Eastern Province.
In the Red Sea, southern waters could become rough, with waves exceeding two metres when storm clouds form.
The forecast describes the expected conditions, but gives no further update on what comes next.
Saudi Arabia’s National Center of Meteorology forecast moderate to heavy thunderstorms in parts of 10 regions, with possible flash floods.
The forecast includes Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Makkah, Madinah, Ha'il, Tabuk, Al-Jawf, the Northern Borders and northern parts of the Eastern Province.
The storms may bring hail and winds that stir up dust and sand.
Dense fog may also form in parts of the Eastern Province and affect visibility.
Thunderstorm clouds may bring southerly winds exceeding 50 kilometres per hour in the southern Red Sea.
- Who
- Saudi Arabia’s National Center of Meteorology issued the forecast.
- What
- Moderate to heavy thunderstorms are expected in parts of 10 regions, with possible flash floods, hail and dust-stirring winds.
- When
- Saturday, October 24, 2026.
- Where
- Parts of 10 Saudi regions, including northern parts of the Eastern Province.
- Why
- Not stated
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- Regions affected
- 10
- Possible flood risk
- Flash floods
- Possible hail
- Showers of hail
- Eastern Province hazard
- Dense fog may affect visibility
- Red Sea wind speed
- May exceed 50 kilometres per hour in the southern part with thunderstorm clouds
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