The National Center for Meteorology’s outlook for Riyadh indicates thunderstorms on Friday, November 13, followed by moderate to heavy rain on Saturday, November 14.

These forecasts are relevant to citizens and residents preparing for weekend travel, outdoor activities or family outings, while location-specific updates remain essential.

The Riyadh outlook should be read as a forecast for the capital rather than a nationwide warning covering every region.

Its publication does not establish that all governorates will experience identical rainfall, conditions or timing during the two days.

Readers should distinguish the extended forecast from individual alerts, which identify the affected locations and their respective validity periods.

Separately, Thursday’s weather report forecast moderate to heavy thunderstorms across parts of Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha and Makkah.

Associated conditions included possible flash flooding, hail and active winds raising dust, with lighter rainfall forecast in other areas.

That regional list relates to Thursday, November 12, and should not automatically be presented as Friday’s forecast without checking a newer bulletin.

Saudi Civil Defense has reiterated the need for caution during rainfall and advised people to avoid low-lying areas.

It also warned against crossing valleys and flood channels, stressing compliance with official instructions and the avoidance of dangerous behaviour.

Families were urged to help protect children by keeping them away from accumulated water and flood channels, a particularly relevant consideration when arranging outdoor activities.

Authorities have also encouraged the public to follow official weather developments and avoid valleys, dams and water accumulation sites.

Checking an alert for the intended destination helps establish its geographical scope and timing, rather than relying on an undated screenshot.

Before setting out this weekend, residents should review the latest information for their city or governorate and follow the instructions accompanying any applicable warning.

Source: National Center for Meteorology; Civil Defense statements reported by the Saudi Press Agency and Al Watan.