Snow falls for the first time ever in desert in Saudi Arabia

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Saudi Arabian desert sees snowfall for the first time in history

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Saudi Arabia's Al-Jawf region experienced its first snowfall in recorded history, transforming the typically arid landscape into a winter wonderland. The unprecedented snowfall, preceded by heavy rains and hail, created waterfalls and revitalized valleys. While the region anticipates a vibrant spring season, the Saudi weather department issued warnings for continued severe weather, including thunderstorms, heavy rains, and strong winds.

Saudi Arabian desert turned into winter wonderland for first time in history

Gergana Krasteva Published Nov 7, 2024, 8:22pm

Rolling dunes, typically golden and sunbaked, lie transformed by snow and balls of ice – this is what a desert in Saudi Arabia looks like right now.

It is the first time in history that the region of Al-Jawf, which lies at the northern edge of the Al-Nafūd desert, has experienced a snowfall.

Footage shows the arid desert turned into an unexpected winter landscape, with the flakes still settling.

A caravan of camels are seen treading cautiously on the layer of ice that covers the sand.

Snow covering roads and valleys, a rare occurrence that has caught many locals off guard (Picture: Viralpress)

People are shown getting out of their cars to capture the unprecedented weather.

Temperatures in the Al-Nafūd desert could reach as high as 55°C  in places, so the sudden drop comes is a phenomenon.

State media reported that heavy rainfall and hailstorms swept through parts of the Al-Jawf region on Monday.

The United Arab Emirates National Centre of Meteorology attributed the unusual weather event to a low-pressure system moving from the Arabian Sea to Oman.

People could not believe their eyes and some got out of their cars to check the snow for themselves (Picture: Viralpress)

This weather pattern has brought moisture-laden air into an area known for its arid conditions, leading to thunderstorms, hail, and rainfall across Saudi Arabia and the neighbouring UAE.

The Saudi Weather Department has issued warnings of ongoing severe weather in the coming days.

Thunderstorms, additional heavy rainfall, hail, and strong winds are expected to continue across the region, affecting visibility and disrupting travel.

Officials have advised residents to take precautions due to the unusual weather conditions.

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Snow falls for the first time ever in desert in Saudi Arabia

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Snow falls for the first time ever in desert in Saudi Arabia

Snow accumulates on roads as it falls for the first time in desert in Saudi Arabia. Bizarre weather brought thunderstorms, hail, and rainfall across Saudi Arabia, and led to the snow accumulation.