Four Arab countries will be affected by monsoon rains this weekend.

Arab Weather - Forecasts indicate renewed chances of thunderstorms in a number of Arab countries on Friday and Saturday. This is due to the region being affected by atmospheric instability, accompanied by the proliferation of cumulus clouds during the afternoon and evening hours, followed by localized showers of rain, varying in intensity and geographical scope.

Thunderstorms in parts of Saudi Arabia and Yemen

In detail, the highlands of Jazan and Asir in Saudi Arabia are expected to experience atmospheric instability beginning in the afternoon, with cumulus clouds forming and a chance of localized thunderstorms. These showers may be limited in intensity and concentrated in narrow geographical areas.

Rainfall will also affect the western highlands of Yemen, where rainfall is expected to range from light to moderate, with active surface winds causing dust storms in some desert areas.

Seasonal rains continue in the mountains of Oman and the Emirates

In the Sultanate of Oman, seasonal rainfall continues over the Al Hajar Mountains, where local cumulonimbus clouds form during the afternoon and evening hours, leading to rainfall of varying intensity. These showers may sometimes extend to the eastern mountains of the UAE, particularly in mountainous areas where cumulonimbus cloud activity is most prevalent.

Summer monsoon rains are a common phenomenon.

The rains experienced in these areas during this time of year are considered part of the summer monsoon, a natural and recurring phenomenon at this time of year, resulting from the influence of seasonal weather changes that lead to the proliferation of cumulus clouds and the occasional formation of thunderstorms.

These rains are important for recharging groundwater and replenishing plant life in mountainous areas, although they can sometimes cause local flooding in low-lying areas.