Heavy rain and flash flood warning issued for Jazan and Asir
Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology warns of thunderstorms and possible flash floods in Jazan and Asir, with high winds and dust in several regions.
Saudi Arabia's National Center for Meteorology has issued warnings of thunderstorms and potential flash floods in Jazan and Asir regions. Meteorologists forecast moderate to heavy thunderstorms, accompanied by hail and strong winds, across parts of Jazan and Asir on Saturday, August 16, 2026. Light to moderate rain is expected in Najran and Al-Baha, while temperatures in the Eastern Province and certain regions of Riyadh, Qassim, and the Northern Borders will remain hot to extremely hot.
Strong northwesterly to westerly winds, ranging from 15-55 km/h, along with dust and sand storms, are also anticipated in these areas. Sea conditions are predicted to be moderate to rough in the central and southern parts of the Arabian Gulf.
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