Saudi Arabia | Everything you know about summer fog is wrong... and this is the amazing truth!

Arab Weather - Many scenes depict the Kingdom's summer resorts covered in fog, but the truth is that what you see in the circulating clips is nothing more than low-lying clouds touching the ground. This isn't unusual for the Kingdom's southwestern highlands, which are so high they touch the clouds.

Mountains invade the world of clouds

• Abha: It is located at an altitude of about 2,200 meters above sea level.
• Patio: between 1500 and 2000 meters.
• Taif: between 1600 and 2000 meters.

This altitude sometimes places cities within a layer of low clouds, giving the impression that the area is surrounded by white clouds on all sides, especially when tropical moisture flows in, condenses, and turns into clouds as it collides with the mountains.

Information about Saudi summer resorts and their natural environment

• Abha: Famous for its gardens, forests, and morning fog, it's an ideal destination for nature lovers.
• Al Baha: Dense forests, Wadi Al-Mandak and Wadi Al-Jinn, with relatively low temperatures, where low clouds are more visible.
• Taif: Rose farms and a mild climate in the summer, with low morning clouds adding an aesthetic touch to the surrounding nature.

The impact of the phenomenon on residents and visitors

• Natural and touristic beauty: These clouds add a magical atmosphere to summer resorts and make for stunning early morning tourist photography.
• Traffic Warning: Weather experts advise caution when traveling on mountain roads, as visibility may be temporarily reduced due to low clouds.
• Moderate weather: The phenomenon contributes to a relatively cooler atmosphere than the rest of the surrounding areas, which increases the comfort of visitors.

Conclusion: What is sometimes called fog in Saudi summer resorts is actually natural low clouds, not actual fog, and it gives the region a charming and attractive tourist atmosphere.

Arab Weather Tips for Visitors

• Enjoy the enchanting natural scenery, while being careful to drive carefully on the mountain roads in the morning.
• Follow the weather updates regularly to avoid any sudden risks due to cloud cover or reduced visibility.