Dust storms to hit 3 Arab countries this weekend. Details

2025-07-03 2025-07-03T19:30:42Z
سنان خلف
سنان خلف
محرر أخبار جوية- قسم التواصل الاجتماعي

Arab Weather - Large areas of southern Iraq, Kuwait, and eastern Saudi Arabia are expected to witness significant activity from the northwestern "Bawarih" winds on Friday and Saturday. These winds are among the most prominent seasonal weather phenomena affecting the region's climate during the summer.

The Al-Bawarih winds bring dusty weather to several Arab countries.

This activity is a result of the deepening of a high-pressure system in the northern Arabian Peninsula, which is leading to the flow of dry and strong air currents that are stirring up large waves of dust, especially in desert and exposed areas. Horizontal visibility is expected to decrease significantly, and may fall below 1,000 meters in some areas, particularly during the afternoon and evening hours.

The dusty winds are expected to affect Basra, southern Iraq, most of Kuwait, and extend to the eastern parts of Saudi Arabia, but they will be most severe in Iraq and Kuwait.

Active winds on the southwestern coasts of the Kingdom due to the "dust" season.

The coasts of Jazan and Tihama Asir, as well as the surrounding interior regions, are also affected by significant activity in the western monsoon winds, known locally as the "dhubrah season." These winds are accompanied by strong gusts that can cause significant dust storms in some areas.

These weather conditions lead to poor air quality, which can pose a health burden for those with respiratory and allergy conditions. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid outdoor activities as much as possible, especially for the elderly and children, and to wear protective masks when necessary.

Important recommendations for the weekend:

  • Be careful when driving on highways due to heavy dust.
  • Pay attention to air quality, especially for those with respiratory problems.
  • Secure outdoor items due to strong winds.
This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.
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