المملكة: Urgent: Meteorology for “Al-Youm”: Temperatures below zero and snow expected in Riyadh and Al-Qassim
The spokesperson confirmed For the National Center of Meteorology Hussein Al-Qahtani, the Kingdom has actually entered an early and rare winter condition, announcing the expansion of opportunities Snow falls to exceed the northern regions and reach the Qassim region and the northern parts of Riyadh region, expecting a sharp drop in temperatures that will reach two degrees below zero in some locations, which calls for alertness for extremely cold weather.
Al-Qahtani explained to “Al-Youm” that the center is carefully monitoring the extension of the weather condition that began in the highlands of Tabuk and Hail, to include new areas in the heart of the Kingdom, describing the arrival of snow in Al-Qassim and the north of the capital as a rare event compared to the climate records of past years, which adds a unique character. Exceptionally for the winter of this year.
A strong frost wave
The official spokesman warned of a strong frost wave accompanying the situation, as expectations indicate that minimum temperatures will slide below zero degrees Celsius, which requires taking the necessary preventive measures, especially in open areas and highlands that will witness the peak of the cold effect.
The Center stressed the importance of relying on official sources of information, calling on citizens and residents to use the “Anwaa” application and the early warning system to follow real-time updates and the course of the situation. Meticulous weather forecast, to ensure safe planning for their daily movements.
Safety instructions
Al-Qahtani called on those wishing to enjoy this white winter weather to strictly adhere to the safety instructions issued by the relevant authorities, and to choose the appropriate times and places for hiking, to avoid potential dangers resulting from low temperatures or lack of visibility.
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