Heavy rain and strong winds forecast for Jazan until Monday evening
The National Center for Meteorology warns of heavy rain and strong winds across most of Jazan Province until 8 p.m. Monday.
Meteorological authorities warn of severe weather conditions across southern and western Saudi Arabia on Monday, September 28, 2026. The National Center for Meteorology predicts heavy thunderstorms and the potential for flash floods, accompanied by hail and strong winds. The forecast includes moderate to heavy rain, particularly affecting the Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, and Makkah regions.
Light to moderate rain is expected over Madinah, while thunderclouds could bring rain to the southern parts of the Eastern Province, with a chance of fog in those areas. Strong surface winds, capable of stirring up dust and sand, are anticipated in the Northern Borders, Al-Jouf regions, and coastal areas of Tabuk. Wind speeds will range between 20–40 km/h over the Red Sea, with the possibility of gusts exceeding 50 km/h during thunderclouds.
Wave heights will vary from half a meter to one and a half meters, potentially rising above two meters during the storms. Coastal waters will be light to moderate, intensifying with the approach of thunderclouds. In the Arabian Gulf, southwesterly to northeasterly winds will blow at 10–25 km/h, while northeasterly to easterly winds will be similar in speed.
Wave heights will range from half a meter to one meter, accompanied by relatively calm sea conditions.
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