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Thunderstorms and Hail Expected in Five Saudi Regions
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Thunderstorms and Hail Expected in Five Saudi Regions

From Okaz · () Arabic

Translated from Arabic, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The National Center for Meteorology forecasts thunderstorms with hail in five regions: Najran, Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, and Makkah.
  • Active winds stirring dust and sand are expected in these areas, as well as in the Madinah region and along the coastal road to Jazan.
  • Thunderstorms are also possible in parts of the Eastern Province and Riyadh, with high temperatures persisting in some northern and Qassim regions.

Thunderstorms accompanied by hail are expected across five regions of Saudi Arabia, according to the National Center for Meteorology. The forecast indicates that Najran, Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, and Makkah will experience these weather conditions.

In addition to the rain and hail, active winds are predicted to stir up dust and sand. These conditions will affect the aforementioned regions, as well as parts of the Madinah region and the coastal route leading to Jazan. Residents in these areas should prepare for reduced visibility and potential respiratory discomfort.

Further weather developments include the possibility of convective clouds forming over parts of the Eastern Province and Riyadh, potentially bringing more rain. Meanwhile, maximum temperatures are expected to remain high in several areas, including parts of the Northern Borders and Qassim regions, adding to the challenging weather patterns.

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Originally published by Okaz in Arabic. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.