Weather update: Thunderstorms and rain in Zarqa, Irbid, the Dead Sea, and the eastern desert, accompanied by dust.

Arab Weather - The Kingdom has begun to be affected by a state of atmospheric instability, as satellite images show the extension of cumulonimbus clouds towards several regions, including the north and east of the Kingdom and parts of the Dead Sea.

These areas are experiencing rainfall of varying intensity, sometimes heavy and accompanied by lightning and thunder, while in the east the situation is accompanied by strong downdrafts that stir up dense dust waves, leading to a significant decrease and perhaps almost a complete lack of horizontal visibility.

Forecasts indicate continued chances of thunderstorms forming over random areas, with the chances concentrated in the eastern regions, accompanied by downdraft activity and the possibility of hail showers.

Recommendations

• It is advised to be aware of the formation of flash floods in valleys and low-lying areas, in addition to the risks of reduced horizontal visibility due to dust, especially in desert areas.
• Be aware of dense dust storms that reduce horizontal visibility, especially in the eastern part of the Kingdom.