The National Center for Meteorology has issued warnings for significant weather changes across different regions, as March 15, 2025, marks the onset of active southeasterly winds along the eastern coast of Libya and severe weather forecasts for parts of Saudi Arabia.
Today, Libya's eastern coast is bracing for winds reaching up to 25 knots, particularly on the coast between Al-Khums and Misrata. The winds are expected to shift direction on Sunday, March 16, settling from the northwest and potentially affecting maritime activities and local conditions.
According to the National Center for Meteorology, "Good visibility is expected from Ras Lanuf to Tobruk," with the atmosphere remaining largely clear to partly cloudy today. This includes wind speeds varying between 5 and 15 knots along the coastal areas, which will increase tomorrow.
By Sunday, the winds are predicted to transition from southeasterly to northwesterly at speeds between 5 and 20 knots, with peaks hitting 25 knots around Al-Khums to Misrata. Wave heights during this period will fluctuate from half-a-meter to one and-a-half meters, making the sea conditions light to moderately choppy.
Similarly, conditions are expected to turn more tumultuous across parts of Saudi Arabia, particularly as the areas including Jazan, Mecca, Riyadh, and Al-Madina prepare for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall later today. Reports indicate average to heavy rain causing possible flooding and associated risks.
The rainfall is anticipated to come hand-in-hand with hail, having been cited as "leading to flooding" as numerous regions brace for the weather's impact. With winds expected to exceed 40 km/hour along certain routes, caution is advised for transportation, especially within the Gulf of Aqaba and Gulf of Khaleej sectors.
Current reports place the temperature forecast across major cities as follows: Mecca will experience high temperatures of 38 degrees Celsius, dipping to 26 degrees at night, with humidity hitting approximately 80%. Other regions reflecting notable temperatures include Riyadh at 29 degrees Celsius (high) to 16 degrees Celsius (low), and the coastal city of Jeddah anticipating highs of 34 degrees Celsius and lows around 25. This humidity is complemented by high expected levels of moisture across several resident areas.
A diverse range of temperatures is anticipated across other Saudi cities: Abha at 23 degrees (high) and 13 degrees (low), Hail experiencing 21 degrees to 15 degrees, and Dammam registering highs of 30 degrees Celsius.
Metropolitan areas are warned of potential visibility issues due to rising dust and reduced atmospheric clarity during the winds and rains; hence, travelers are encouraged to remain updated on conditions.
Weather agencies have categorized today's predictions as significant, filling the regions affected with alerts for residents to exercise caution and stay prepared for inclement weather and the accompanying elements.
Overall, as marine forecasts adjust from the Libyan coast to the Arabian Peninsula, both locals and commuters are urged to monitor updates regularly from the National Center for Meteorology for the latest developments. This consideration will help mitigate risks and increase awareness of the changing climate patterns across these areas.