As the winter season is currently underway in Saudi Arabia, the kingdom is bracing for an extremely cold winter spell. Yes, it is expected that Saudi Arabia is going to be hit by the coldest, deepest and strongest low-pressure system since winter began. The cold conditions are expected to begin on Monday and may continue until January 17th.
NCM Predicts Coldest Spell For The Season Yet
As revealed by the National Centre for Meteorology, the cold conditions at night and in the early morning hours are expected to continue until January 17th. This is probably going to hit the Northern regions and the southwestern highlands, and there could also be a possibility of fog and frost forming in these areas. Additionally, a Gulf News report mentions how the NCM also added that the rainfall is expected towards the end of this week. This is especially in the parts of Tabuk, Al Jouf, Hail, Makkah, the Northern Borders, and Madinah.
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Surface Winds Could Stir Up Dust & Sand
It should be noted that these conditions may be accompanied by a further drop in temperatures and increased cloud cover. Additionally, the NCM has also warned that the surface wind could stir up dust and sand during the day in the aforementioned regions. As a result, the effects can extend to Qassim, Riyadh and Eastern Province regions.
So, citizens and residents have been urged to take all the necessary precautions. Additionally, they must closely follow the weather updates and warnings, particularly if they live in an area that is going to be affected by the system. It should be noted that the conditions might even be accompanied by a further drop in temperature and an increased cloud cover.
The NCM’s warning of surface winds stirring up dust during the daytime could lead to reduced horizontal visibility. If you are someone who lives in the regions that are going to be affected by the cold weather system, make sure that you are updated about the weather through official channels of the kingdom. And while you’re at it, take all the necessary precautions in order to avoid any complications
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