According to a report issued by the National Center for Meteorology, varying intensities of thunderstorms are expected to affect several regions across the Kingdom from Saturday through Wednesday, September 5–9, 2026. The weather conditions include moderate to heavy rainfall across Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, and the highlands of Mecca, alongside potential flash floods, dusty downdraft winds, and rising coastal waves.
Regional Forecasts and Rainfall Intensity From September 5 to 9
The National Center for Meteorology stated that rainfall intensities will range from light to heavy, bringing hazardous atmospheric phenomena across multiple provinces. In Jazan, moderate to heavy rainfall is expected to impact governorates including Al-Reith, Harob, Al-Dayer, Al-Eydabi, Fayfa, Al-Ardah, Al-Harth, Beish, Sabya, Damad, Abu Arish, Ahad Al-Masarhah, Samtah, and Al-Tawal. The downpours are forecast to intensify on Monday and Tuesday across parts of Jazan and Asir, while Jizan and Farasan islands will experience moderate to heavy rain during those same two days.
In the Asir region, heavy rain is projected for Abha, Khamis Mushait, Ahad Rafidah, Sarat Ubaidah, Al-Harajah, Dhahran Al-Janoub, Al-Farah, Al-Namas, Tanomah, Rijal Almaa, Bariq, Muhayil Asir, Al-Majardah, and Balqarn. Meanwhile, moderate rainfall is expected in Bisha, Al-Amwah, Turaib, and Al-Barak. The Al-Baha region faces moderate to heavy downpours from Monday through Wednesday across Al-Baha, Baljurashi, Al-Mandaq, Qilwah, Bani Hasan, Al-Qura, Al-Makhwah, Al-Hajrah, Ghamid Al-Zanad, and Al-Aqiq.
Impact on Mecca, Riyadh, Eastern Province, and Najran
The Mecca region will see moderate to heavy rainfall from Monday through Wednesday across Taif, Maysan, Al-Adham, and Al-Ardiyat, while Turubah, Al-Muwaih, Al-Khurmah, and Raniyah will experience light to moderate precipitation. According to the National Center for Meteorology, light to moderate rainfall will also reach Wadi Al-Dawasir and Al-Sulayyil in the Riyadh region, alongside Najran, Badr Al-Janoub, Habona, Thar, Yadamah, Khabash, and Sharurah in the Najran region, from Monday through Wednesday.
In the Eastern Province, Al-Uqair and the southern part of Al-Ahsa governorate are slated for similar weather conditions on Monday and Tuesday. The meteorological agency outlined specific wind and precipitation metrics for these systems. Light rainfall ranging between 1 and 4 millimeters per hour may bring dusty downdraft winds reaching 50 kilometers per hour. Moderate rainfall amounts between 5 and 9 millimeters per hour carry winds up to 60 kilometers per hour, alongside a risk of flash floods, hail, and rising coastal waves.
Did You Know? Heavy rainfall amounts can reach between 10 and 50 millimeters per hour or more, accompanied by downdraft winds exceeding 60 kilometers per hour, flash floods, hail, and high waves along coastal areas, according to the National Center for Meteorology.
Safety Directives and Expected Weather Progression
The National Center for Meteorology noted that preliminary forecasts point to continued rainfall in select parts of the Kingdom through the end of the upcoming week. The agency confirmed it will issue necessary updates regarding ongoing atmospheric developments. Officials urged the public to monitor reports and warnings through the official website, the early warning page, the “Anwa” application, and official social media channels, while strictly adhering to safety instructions from competent authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dates for the expected thunderstorm activity?
The National Center for Meteorology expects thunderstorms to continue from Saturday through Wednesday, September 5–9, 2026.
Which regions will experience the heaviest rainfall?
Moderate to heavy rainfall is projected for Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, and the highlands of Mecca, with conditions intensifying specifically on Monday and Tuesday in parts of Jazan and Asir.
Where can residents monitor official weather updates?
The National Center for Meteorology advised the public to follow its reports via its website, the early warning page, the “Anwa” application, and official social media accounts.
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