Thunderstorms and heavy rain expected across Saudi Arabia Wednesday

The National Center for Meteorology has issued a weather forecast for Saudi Arabia on Wednesday, 13-3-1448 in the Hijri calendar, predicting thunderstorms, heavy rain, and potential flooding in several regions. High temperatures will continue in parts of the Eastern Province, while fog may form along the coast. In addition to rain, hail and strong winds are expected to cause dust and sand to kick up in Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Makkah, and Madinah.

Southeast winds in the Red Sea region will reach speeds of 18-42 km/h, while northern and central areas will see winds shift from northwesterly and westerly to southeasterly and southwesterly after noon, reaching speeds up to 50 km/h during thunderstorms. Water levels will vary from half a meter to over two meters, with higher wave heights in the southern section during thunderstorms.