Thunderstorms, hail and strong winds forecast for several Saudi regions Wednesday

The National Center for Meteorology predicts severe weather conditions, including heavy thunderstorms, hail, and strong winds, will impact several regions in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday. These areas encompass Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Makkah, and Madinah. The meteorological body warns of the potential for flash flooding, hail showers, and elevated dust and sand levels across these provinces.

The forecast also indicates that high temperatures will continue in parts of the Eastern Province. Additionally, there is a possibility of early morning fog along coastal regions. Thunderstorm clouds, coupled with powerful winds, may occur in the southern sections of the Eastern Province, as well as in southern parts of Najran, Riyadh, and Hail.

According to the report, wind speeds over the Red Sea will vary, ranging from 18-42 km/h in the northern and central sections, shifting to 10-32 km/h in the southern area after noon, with gusts surpassing 50 km/h during thunderstorms. Wave heights are expected to fluctuate between 0.5 to 1.5 meters, increasing to over 2 meters during stormy conditions. Sea conditions will be moderate and may become rough with thunderstorms in the southern regions.

In the Arabian Gulf, surface winds will be southeasterly to southwesterly in the northern and central areas, shifting to northeasterly to southeasterly in the southern parts at speeds of 10-30 km/h. Waves will measure between 0.5 to 1 meter, and sea conditions will remain slight.