Khaberni - Weather experts at Arab Weather have raised the classification level of the expected low-pressure system late on Wednesday 28-1-2026 to the second category (normal), after it was previously classified as first category (weak).
The low-pressure system is accompanied by a noticeable decrease in temperature, cold weather, as well as wind activity and rainfall, which may sometimes be heavy, especially in the north and center of the kingdom.
The following are the details of the expected weather in the coming days, God willing:
Tuesday/Wednesday night
Beginning this night, Tuesday/Wednesday night, the weather will be cold with clouds appearing at different altitudes. During the late night and dawn hours, sporadic rain showers may occur in some northern regions and may sometimes be accompanied by thunder, as well as the possibility of rain extending to some central areas.
Late Wednesday afternoon
Throughout the day on Wednesday 28-1-2026, a clear drop in temperatures will occur, with temperatures around or slightly below average and cold weather prevailing in all areas along with scattered clouds.
The kingdom will gradually be affected by a low-pressure system in the afternoon and evening hours, thus increasing the amount of clouds. Rain chances also increase God willing in the north and center of the kingdom, later extending towards parts of Karak and Tafilah governorates. The rains may sometimes be heavy and possibly accompanied by lightning and thunder, and hail showers may fall locally, potentially leading to the formation of water pools on some roads.
Strong winds and a warning of dust
Southwesterly winds will blow over the kingdom with active speeds and strong gusts at times, with some gusts exceeding 80 km/h in southern mountain peaks. The winds are expected to stir up dust and sand, especially in desert areas and eastern plains.
Wednesday/Thursday night
During Wednesday/Thursday night, the weather will be cold and partly cloudy to cloudy at times, with rain occurring God willing in the north and center of the kingdom and parts of Karak and Tafilah. The rains will be accompanied by thunder and hail showers in parts of the north and center of the kingdom during the early evening hours.
Thursday
On Thursday 29-1-2026, the kingdom will be under the influence of cold and moist air currents, making the weather cold and partly cloudy to cloudy at times. Scattered rain showers are likely God willing in parts of the north and center of the kingdom, and the weather tends to stabilize in the evening.
Recommendations:
• Be cautious of sandstorms during the early afternoon to early evening hours on many desert roads and eastern plains, with the risk of horizontal visibility becoming zero, especially during the afternoon.
• Wear warm clothes.
• Drive carefully and maintain a safe distance when rain begins to fall.
• Be alert for possible flash floods during the early evening hours especially in parts of the north and center of the kingdom.
