Heavy rains hit Mecca and Jeddah; weather and civil defense warnings issued
The National Center for Meteorology issued an important report detailing weather developments in Saudi Arabia, indicating expectations of moderate to heavy rainfall in the Makkah . The center explained that this rainy weather system will begin to have direct effects and peak on Tuesday and Wednesday, urging residents and visitors to take precautions.
Details of the rainfall situation in the cities of Mecca
According to the report, the rainfall will not be limited to the Holy City of Mecca, but will extend to a large number of governorates in the region, including Jeddah , Al-Kamil, Al-Jumum, Taif, Maysan, Adham, Rabigh, Khulais, and Bahrah. Forecasts indicate that this rainfall may be accompanied by flash floods in some valleys and ravines, given the region's geographical features. The expected weather pattern is forecast to continue from tomorrow, Monday, until Wednesday, December 8-10, 2025.
The climatic and geographical context of the situation
These weather fluctuations occur within the context of the Kingdom's winter season, which is often characterized by atmospheric instability resulting from the convergence of air masses with different characteristics. Rainfall in Mecca is of particular importance and potential danger due to the rugged mountainous terrain surrounding the holy city and Taif, which contributes to the rapid flow of water and the formation of flash floods that can reach low-lying and coastal areas such as Jeddah. During such periods, relevant authorities typically exert their full resources to ensure the smooth drainage of water and protect lives and property.
Civil Defense warnings and safety procedures
In conjunction with the weather report, the General Directorate of Civil Defense urged everyone to exercise caution and adhere strictly to the instructions announced through official media outlets and social media platforms. Civil Defense emphasized the importance of staying away from valleys and flood channels, not attempting to cross valleys while they are flowing, and avoiding low-lying areas and water accumulations, especially given the forecast of downdrafts that could stir up dust and reduce horizontal visibility.
The weather conditions extend to regions of the Kingdom
In a related development, the National Center for Meteorology's forecasts were not limited to the Makkah region alone, but also included thunderstorms of varying intensity across most of the Kingdom until next Thursday. The report indicated that the regions of Asir, Al-Baha, Madinah, Tabuk, Hail, Qassim, Jazan, Al-Jawf, the Northern Borders, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province would be affected. The center noted that this weather system could be accompanied by severe weather phenomena such as hail and strong downdrafts that could exceed 60 km/h, leading to high waves in the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf.
