Weather in Al Qurayyat and Tabarjal: Fog warning and reduced visibility on Sunday
The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia issued an important alert for citizens and residents in the Al-Jawf region, specifically in the governorates of Qurayyat and Tabarjal, regarding the expected weather conditions for tomorrow, Sunday. This alert comes as part of the center's ongoing monitoring of weather fluctuations to ensure everyone's safety.
The center explained in its report that the two governorates will experience a wave of dense fog, leading to a significant decrease in horizontal visibility. Forecasts indicate that visibility may be limited to between 1 and 3 kilometers, necessitating caution, especially for those using highways and open roads.
Weather details and warning timing
According to early warning data, the weather system will begin to have a noticeable impact starting at 1:00 AM on Sunday and will continue until 9:00 AM. This morning period is considered a critical time for fog formation due to low temperatures and high relative humidity, a common weather phenomenon in the northern regions of the Kingdom during the transitional periods between seasons and into winter.
Climate in the northern region
The Al-Jawf region, and the governorates of Al-Qurayyat and Tabarjal in particular, are characterized by a continental desert climate with very cold nights and early mornings during this time of year. The open geography of the region contributes to its rapid exposure to cold air masses, creating conditions conducive to fog formation, which can disrupt traffic and affect daily morning activities.
General weather conditions in the Kingdom
The weather in the Kingdom is not limited to fog in Al-Jawf; Saudi Arabia is experiencing unstable weather conditions in several other regions. The National Center for Meteorology and Environmental Protection indicated in its previous reports for Saturday that the impact of active winds stirring up dust and sand will continue. These effects include large parts of the Madinah, Tabuk, Northern Borders, Hail, and Qassim regions, extending to the northern parts of the Riyadh region, which may reduce horizontal visibility in those areas as well.
Public safety recommendations
In these conditions, meteorologists and traffic safety authorities advise drivers to reduce their speed, use fog lights, and maintain a safe distance between vehicles to avoid traffic accidents that may result from sudden loss of visibility. It is also recommended to regularly follow official weather bulletins issued by the National Center of Meteorology to stay updated on the latest weather developments.
