Saudi Arabia, known for its hot climate and vast deserts, is now witnessing changes in climate. A recent news has surprised everyone. So much snow fell in a desert in Saudi Arabia that it looked like a white sheet.
Snowfall in the Al-Jouf area
According to the Saudi Press Agency, the Al-Jawf area in Saudi Arabia has been experiencing snowfall with heavy rain and hail since last Wednesday. Due to this snowfall, a blanket of white snow has spread over the mountains. It is also stated that this type of snowfall has never been seen before. Due to these snowfalls and heavy rains, the effect of cold has increased throughout the area. Especially in mountainous areas, snowfall has made the weather colder, so people living there are facing intense cold.
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Al-Jawf is a major province of Saudi Arabia, located in the northwestern part of the country. This region is famous for its desert areas, mountains and historical heritage. The capital of Al-Jawf is Saqqah and is well connected to other major cities in Saudi Arabia. The climate of this region is usually hot and dry, but now changes in the climate are being seen due to incidents such as snowfall and heavy rain.
Furthermore, the Al-Jawf region is also important for Saudi Arabia’s agricultural sector, especially for its date plantations and other agricultural products. The area has also been part of Saudi Arabia’s ancient trade routes and is home to several forts and historical heritage sites.
