Low pressure systems and cold, rainy winter periods have been common in May in past years. Will they repeat themselves this year?

Arab Weather - Meteorologists at the Arabia Weather Center said that after reviewing climate archives, it was noted that the Kingdom was affected during the month of May in previous years by cold and rainy air depressions. Taking 2020 as an example, we find that the Kingdom was affected by a series of winter air depressions. Will this unusual weather event be repeated this May?

What is the scientific explanation for the formation of low-pressure systems in May 2020?

In May 2020, Jordan was affected by unusually cold and rainy conditions for this time of year. The relatively cold and rainy conditions persisted until the end of the month, contrasting with the usual stable and warm weather for this time of year. These depressions were accompanied by thunderstorms and hail in some areas, with temperatures below average.

The northern hemisphere witnessed extreme polar vortex behavior, allowing for significant fluctuations in the distribution of cold and warm air masses. This resulted in cold air masses being pushed southward more than usual during May of each year, and consequently, winter-type depressions formed late in spring.

The formation of depressions and rainy conditions in May (especially the second half) is generally considered rare, but it has happened before. This year was marked by the cold air masses accompanying the depressions that occurred in May, whether in the Levant region or elsewhere.

What do the indicators say about the current May, according to the monthly weather forecast from Arab Weather?

According to the monthly weather bulletin from Arab Weather, the chances of the Kingdom being affected by winter depressions during May 2025 are extremely slim. According to the monthly bulletin, temperatures will be above average for most of the month, with periods when temperatures are below average. Rainfall is also possible during some periods of the month, and you can find out more about it through the monthly weather bulletin available on the Arab Weather app.

And God knows best.