Jazan Faces 38°C Heat and Heavy Rain Warnings

Residents of the Jazan region are being urged to stay cautious as forecasts point to maximum temperatures near 38°C in late August 2026, alongside warnings of localized heavy rain affecting both coastal and mountainous areas.

Coastal and mountainous parts of Jazan are under red and orange weather alerts for moderate to heavy thunderstorms, hail, strong winds, poor visibility, and flash floods extending through the end of August 2026. The alerts specify affected governorates, including mountainous areas such as Ad Dair, Al Aridah, Al Aydabi, Al Harth, Ar Rayth, Fayfa, and Harub.

Early warning alerts typically run from 12:00 to between 20:00 and 21:00 local time. On 27 August 2026, alert levels were raised, classifying heavy rain in mountainous governorates as higher-risk, with validity from 12:00 to 20:00 that day.

Understanding the color codes

The national early warning platform categorizes alerts by color: yellow for light rain, orange for moderate rain, and red for heavy rain and flash floods. Live status and validity periods are published for each region so residents can plan accordingly.

Civil Defense guidance for the current red alerts urges residents to avoid valley streams and flood-prone areas, stay away from mountains during peak storm hours, and keep monitoring official meteorological alerts throughout the warning period. With the combination of high heat and sudden storms, drivers and outdoor workers are advised to exercise extra care during the affected hours.

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