Dust-stirring winds, high waves forecast along Saudi Arabia’s western coast

August 10, 2026 | 02:52 PM
Dust-stirring winds, high waves forecast along Saudi Arabia’s western coast
August 10, 2026 | 02:52 PM
Last Updated: August 10, 2026 | 02:52 PM
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RIYADH — Active dust- and sand-stirring surface winds and high waves are forecast to affect much of the Kingdom’s western coast from Tuesday through the end of the week, according to the National Center for Meteorology (NCM).

From Tuesday, August 11, to Saturday, August 15, active winds stirring up dust and sand are expected across coastal areas of the Makkah, Madinah, Asir, and Jazan regions, particularly along highways.

The winds are also expected to be accompanied by high waves along the coasts of these regions.

The NCM urged the public to follow the latest updates, reports, and warnings through its official website and other communication channels.

NCM's map showing the areas forecast to be affected the the active winds.

NCM's map showing the areas forecast to be affected the the active winds.