Politics · Saudi Arabia · 1 day ago
Saudi Arabia prepares for above-average rain over the next three months
Saudi Arabia’s municipalities and local authorities have put teams and equipment on standby as rain is forecast in several regions.
They are cleaning and maintaining drainage systems and checking that pumps and field crews are ready to respond to flooding.
The National Center of Meteorology is sharing early weather briefings with relevant authorities to help them plan.
It forecasts above-average rainfall across the country over the next three months.
Thunderstorms are expected across most regions until next Wednesday.
Civil Defense advises people to stay in safe places, avoid floodwater and valleys, and follow official instructions.
The preparations aim to protect residents and visitors and reduce the effects of heavy rain.
Saudi Arabia’s National Center of Meteorology forecasts above-normal rainfall over the next three months.
Municipalities and local authorities have deployed teams and equipment and strengthened preparations for rain.
Preparations include cleaning drainage networks and checking pumps, equipment and field personnel.
The National Center of Meteorology has raised its readiness and introduced early climate briefings to support decisions.
Civil Defense urged people to stay in safe places and avoid valleys and areas where floodwater collects.
- Who
- Saudi Arabia’s National Center of Meteorology issued the forecast; municipalities and local authorities are preparing for rain.
- What
- Rainfall is forecast to be above normal over the next three months.
- When
- The forecast covers the next three months. The article was published on October 10, 2026.
- Where
- Several regions of Saudi Arabia; the article says thunderstorms are continuing across most regions of the Kingdom.
- Why
- Early preparation is intended to manage rainy conditions, respond quickly and reduce their effects.
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stay in safe places
avoid areas of water accumulation and valleys
The National Center of Meteorology raised its readiness and introduced early climate briefings.
Thunderstorm rains were expected to continue across most regions of the Kingdom.
Climate forecasts indicate rainfall above normal levels.
- Forecast period
- Next three months
- Rainfall outlook
- Above normal levels
- Preparation
- Municipalities and local authorities deployed teams and equipment
- Drainage
- Rainwater drainage networks are being maintained and cleaned
- Safety advice
- Avoid areas of water accumulation and valleys
Sources
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