Dust-Stirring Winds and Thunderstorms Expected Across Various Regions

General

Riyadh: Dust-stirring winds are set to impact several regions across the Kingdom on Thursday, including Al-Jouf, Riyadh, Madinah, Makkah, Najran, Eastern, and Northern Borders. Thunderstorms, accompanied by gusty winds, are expected to develop in the southwestern highlands.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the winds over the Red Sea will be northwesterly to westerly, with speeds ranging from 10-30 km/h in the northern and central parts and 20-40 km/h in the southern part. Wave heights in the Red Sea are anticipated to be between half a meter and two meters, with the sea remaining relatively calm.

Meanwhile, in the Arabian Gulf, winds are expected to be northwesterly to westerly at speeds of 20-40 km/h. Waves in this region may range from one to two meters, maintaining a relatively calm sea state.