Rain in Al-Jawf today: Al-Qurayyat and Tabarjal, and the weather forecast
The Al-Jawf region, specifically the governorates of Al-Qurayyat and Tabarjal, witnessed light to moderate rainfall this evening, which included a number of centers and villages belonging to them, in a scene that the residents welcomed as good, as the land donned its usual winter attire at this time of year.
National Center for Meteorology and Weather Forecasts Report
These rains coincide with a report issued by the National Center for Meteorology regarding the expected weather conditions in the Kingdom. The center warned of the possibility of heavy rainfall that could lead to flash floods. The report clarified that the weather conditions are not limited to Al-Jawf, but extend to include parts of the Northern Borders region, Tabuk, and the northern parts of the Madinah region.
Weather forecasts indicate that these rains may be accompanied by hail showers and active winds that stir up dust and sand, which may cause near-zero horizontal visibility on highways and open areas, which calls for caution and vigilance on the roads.
Environmental and agricultural importance of Al-Jawf rains
Rainfall in the Al-Jawf region is of paramount strategic and economic importance due to the area's unique geographical and agricultural characteristics. Known as the "breadbasket of the Kingdom" and the olive capital, Al-Jawf is home to millions of olive and palm trees, as well as numerous large-scale agricultural projects. This seasonal rainfall irrigates the soil, replenishes groundwater reserves, and washes the trees, promising a bountiful harvest, particularly for the olive crop for which the region is renowned both regionally and internationally.
Safety guidelines and how to deal with weather conditions
Given these weather fluctuations, the relevant authorities, primarily the Civil Defense, emphasize the importance of following public safety guidelines. Citizens and residents are advised to stay away from valleys and flood channels, and to avoid low-lying areas where water may accumulate. The Traffic Department also urges drivers to exercise caution while driving due to the possibility of reduced visibility caused by dust or rain, and to adhere to speed limits to ensure everyone's safety.
These rainy conditions are part of the winter climate that characterizes the northern regions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which are often the first gateway to receive low-pressure systems coming from the Mediterranean Sea, making their weather distinctive and different from the rest of the Kingdom's regions.
