In brief
Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology released two morning reports for November 1, 2026, detailing thunderstorms, hail, and gusty winds across most regions, with wave heights up to two metres offshore. A separate page from the UK Met Office aimed at Wadi Al Dawasser returned a 404 error, showing only a brief “Sunny” indication. The reports illustrate divergent detailing and the importance of cross‑checking weather information.
On 1 November 2026, Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology issued two separate weather forecasts through the Saudi Press Agency, each outlining different conditions expected across the kingdom for that day.
The first forecast, titled “Environment / Expected Weather Today in the Kingdom,” described widespread thunderstorms, rain, cold gusts and the potential for fog over regions such as Jazan, Asir, Al‑Baha, Mecca, Medina, Hail, and the Northern Border. It further noted surface winds from the northwestern Red Sea, posting wind speeds of 12–35 km/h in the northern sector, 12–32 km/h in the central sector, and 12–32 km/h in the southern sector. Coastal areas were projected to see winds from the east and southeast, with wave heights ranging from half a meter to one and a half metres.
The second forecast, titled “Weather Forecast for Sunday,” also issued on the same day through the Saudi Press Agency, emphasized thundershowers accompanied by hail across much of the same regions. Fog was expected to form over parts of these areas, while gusty dust‑stirring winds were predicted to blow across additional sectors, including Riyadh and Qassim. Wind speeds over the Red Sea were similar to the first notice, with 12–35 km/h northeasterly to northerly in the north, 12–32 km/h northwesterly to westerly in the central sector, and 12–32 km/h southeasterly to southwesterly in the south. In the Arabian Gulf, easterly to southeasterly winds were projected at 10–50 km/h north of the gulf, while northeasterly to northerly winds were forecast for the southern sector. Waves were expected to range from half a meter to over two metres, with the sea described as calm to choppy.
Comparing the two forecasts reveals both overlapping elements and distinct emphases. Both documents predict thunderstorms and variable wind speeds across the kingdom, yet only the second document explicitly mentions hail. The first document expands on fog potential and provides a more detailed terrain‑specific wind speed breakdown, while the second includes dust‑laden winds affecting the Riyadh and Qassim regions and adds a focus on wave heights in the Gulf area. When viewed together, the forecasts give a more comprehensive picture of the day’s expected meteorological activity.
In addition to the Saudi Press Agency releases, a separate page from the UK Met Office aimed at the Wadi Al Dawasser region returned a 404 error. The 404 error page indicated that the requested resource could not be found, yet it contained a brief snippet showing a “Sunny” outlook, “Feels like 32°,” with a rain probability of under 5 % and a maximum gust of 24 mph. Because the page failed to load fully, no additional data on wind speeds, waves or precipitation was provided in the Met Office source.
These divergent sources underscore the importance of cross‑checking weather information from multiple services. While the Saudi Predictive Center provides region‑specific details for the entire kingdom, external sites such as the Met Office may experience technical issues or offer incomplete data for particular locales. Readers are encouraged to consult official national meteorological centers for the most reliable forecasts, especially when preparing for outdoor or travel activities in the region.
Overall, the two Saudi Press Agency reports deliver a consistent message: November 1, 2026, will be a storm‑laden day in many parts of Saudi Arabia, with significant thunder, hail and variable wind conditions that will affect both inland and coastal communities. Travelers and residents should heed the updated warnings and monitor changes throughout the day for safety and planning purposes.
