Makkah: Dust-stirring winds are anticipated to affect the regions of Makkah, Madinah, Tabuk, Aseer, and Al-Baha on Friday.
According to Saudi Press Agency, these winds could lead to reduced visibility in these areas, impacting travel and outdoor activities.
Fog formation is predicted during the night and early morning hours in the Eastern Region, which could further affect visibility for commuters. In terms of maritime conditions, winds over the Red Sea will vary, being easterly to southeasterly in the northern and central parts, and southeasterly to southerly in the southern part, with speeds between 15 to 42 km/h. Wave heights are expected to range from half a meter to two meters, resulting in calm to choppy sea conditions.
In the Arabian Gulf, winds will shift from northerly to northwesterly at speeds of 20-40 km/h in the northern and central parts, and 10-32 km/h in the southern part. The wave heights will mirror those in the Red Sea, ranging from half a meter to two meters, creating a similarly calm to choppy sea state.