Saudi Arabia | Heavy thunderstorms and lightning expected in these areas this weekend

The latest weather model outputs from the Arab Weather app, released Wednesday afternoon, September 24, 2025, indicate that unstable weather conditions will continue to affect several regions of the Kingdom during the 95th Saudi National Day holiday this weekend, with the possibility of heavy thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, thunder, downwinds, and hail.

Areas covered by rain forecast over the weekend:

• Thursday 25-9-2025 AD: Jazan Highlands, Asir, Al Baha, Taif and Makkah Al Mukarramah.
• Friday 25-9-2025: Jazan, Asir, Al Bahah.
• Saturday 25-9-2025: Jazan, Asir, Al Bahah.

Expected weather phenomena:

• Heavy thunderstorms.
• Heavy thunderstorms at times.
• Lightning and thunderbolts.
• Strong downward winds.
• Hail showers.

Safety Tips:

• Drive with caution during rain and strong winds.
• Avoid approaching flood channels and valleys during heavy rains.
• Follow real-time weather updates with trusted weather apps.