JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia—The coastal city of Jeddah in Saudi Arabia experienced torrential rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning, severely disrupting normal life and mobility across the city. Simultaneously, the holy city of Medina and its surrounding areas recorded moderate rainfall.
According to reports from Arab media, the intensity of the rain in Jeddah was high, leading to several streets becoming submerged and water accumulation in numerous districts. Municipal authorities and emergency services were mobilized to manage the situation and ensure the swift drainage of the collected water.
The rainfall statistics highlight the severity of the downpour: the area around Al Jawhara Stadium recorded the highest amount, reaching 135 millimeters. Al Basateen registered 81 millimeters, and King Abdulaziz International Airport recorded 51 millimeters, raising potential concerns for air travel and logistics.
Meanwhile, the holy city of Medina and its outskirts received moderate rainfall, which was welcomed by locals. This weather event once again brings into focus the robustness of Jeddah’s urban infrastructure and its capacity to manage intense, localized extreme weather.
