NMC forecast: Thunderstorms to hit most regions of Saudi Arabia until Monday
Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH— The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) stated that most regions of Saudi Arabia are expected to be experienced by moderate to heavy thunderstorms until Monday, April 21.
Saudi Gazette report
RIYADH— The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) stated that most regions of Saudi Arabia are expected to be experienced by moderate to heavy thunderstorms until Monday, April 21. These include the regions of Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Makkah, Madinah, Hail, Qassim, Riyadh, the Eastern Province, and Najran.
The center said that rain is expected to be accompanied by active dust storm, reaching speeds of up to 50 km per hour, along with flash floods, hail, in addition to the possibility of high waves on the coasts and tornadoes or waterspouts.
The NMC urged the public to follow the reports and warnings issued regarding the expected weather condition through the center's website, social media, and the Anwaa application.
Latest Saudi Gazette
- Saudi Arabia warns against performing Hajj without official permitSaudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has reiterated that all individuals intending to perform Hajj during the 1446 AH season must obtain an official permit through the “Nusuk”
- Tour guide licenses in Saudi Arabia surge 168% in 2024Saudi Gazette reportRIYADH — The Ministry of Tourism announced a sharp increase in the number of licensed tour guides across Saudi Arabia in 2024, with a total of 3,284 licenses issued — marking a
- Saudi minister concludes Indonesia visit with new partnerships in mining and industrial sectorsSaudi Gazette reportJAKARTA — Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar Al Khorayef has concluded an official visit to Indonesia aimed at advancing bilateral trade and fostering deeper cooperation
- Saudi health minister concludes France visit with focus on cancer research and medical training cooperationSaudi Gazette reportPARIS — Saudi Minister of Health Fahad Al Jalajel has concluded a three-day official visit to France, which included stops in Paris and Lyon.The visit featured high-level meetings
- Diriyah Company awards $1.4 billion contract for Kingdom’s largest opera houseSaudi Gazette reportRIYADH — Diriyah Company has signed a SR5.1 billion ($1.4 billion) joint venture contract to develop the iconic Royal Diriyah Opera House.The agreement was signed with El Seif Engineering
- Entry into Makkah to require official permit for residents starting April 23Saudi Gazette reportMAKKAH — Saudi Arabia’s Public Security Directorate has announced the start of enforcement of Hajj 1446 entry regulations, requiring all residents seeking to enter the holy city
