Saudi Arabia’s weather authority has issued alerts for Saturday, August 29, 2026, forecasting thunderstorms and hail across parts of five regions, according to reports from صحيفة اليوم السعودية.
The warnings cover areas including Al-Baha, Medina, and parts of Mecca province, where heavy rain and strong winds are expected. The National Center of Meteorology has raised alerts to red level for the Mecca governorates of Rahat and Madrakah, as reported by جريدة الرياض.
Regional alerts and conditions
The Saudi Press Agency, citing the weather authority, said Medina would see heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, Okaz newspaper reported that Al-Baha faces both rain and very strong winds. In total, the agency has warned of thunderstorms and hail affecting up to 15 regions across the kingdom on the same day, according to صحيفة سبق الإلكترونية.
These alerts come amid an active weather pattern over the western and central parts of the country. Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay indoors and avoid low-lying areas prone to flash flooding. The red-level warning for Mecca’s Rahat and Madrakah indicates the highest severity, with potential for dangerous conditions.
What to watch
Forecasters expect the unstable weather to persist through the weekend, with additional updates from the National Center of Meteorology likely as conditions develop. Travelers and residents should monitor official channels for any changes to the warnings.