JEDDAH — Dust-stirring winds are expected across parts of southern and western Saudi Arabia on Saturday, with a chance of rain and hail in several regions, according to the National Center for Meteorology (NCM).
The NCM said the weather conditions may affect parts of Najran, Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, and Makkah, while temperatures are forecast to rise in parts of the Eastern Province.
Over the Red Sea, northwesterly to northerly winds are expected across the northern and central parts, while southwesterly to southeasterly winds will prevail over the southern part at speeds ranging from 12 to 50 km/h.
Waves are forecast to range from 0.5 meters to more than 2 meters, with sea conditions varying from calm to choppy.
In the Arabian Gulf, northwesterly to westerly winds will blow across the northern part at speeds of 15–35 km/h, while southeasterly to southwesterly winds are expected over the central and southern parts at speeds of 10–25 km/h.
Waves are forecast to range from 0.5 to 1.5 meters, with relatively calm sea conditions.
Source: Saudi Gazette