The National Center of Meteorology’s report for Friday stated that the weather will be moderate to heavy thunderstorms with hail and active winds. This will reduce visibility in parts of Jazan, Asir, and the southern Eastern Region (Rub’ al Khali Desert).
There is also a chance for thunderclouds with rain to form over parts of Al-Baha, the highlands of the Makkah region, and the eastern parts of Najran. Additionally, fog is expected to continue forming during the night and early morning over parts of the Eastern Province, Al-Jawf, the Northern Borders region, and the coastal parts of Tabuk. Wind activity is also expected to continue, stirring up dust and sand over parts of Madinah and Hail regions.
Weather’s Report
The report showed that surface wind over the Red Sea is northwesterly to northerly at 15-45 km/h in the central part, and northwesterly to westerly at 15-35 km/h in the northern and southern parts. It will reach 50 km/h with rain-bearing thunderclouds in the south. Wave heights range from 1 to 2 meters, exceeding 2.5 meters during thunderstorms in the south. The sea is generally moderate but becomes rough in the central and southern areas.
The report indicated that surface wind movement over the Arabian Gulf will be from the southwest to southeast at a speed of 10-30 km/h in the northern part, and from the northeast to northwest at a speed of 10-25 km/h in the southern part. The wave height will range from 1 to 1.5 meters, and the sea condition will be moderate.
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