RIYADH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has forecast continued thunderstorms across most regions of the Kingdom, with rainfall ranging from light to heavy and accompanied by strong winds, dust storms, and flash floods from Monday through Thursday next week.According to the NCM, these weather conditions may be accompanied by strong downdraft winds reaching speeds of up to 60 km/h, which could stir up dust and reduce visibility.Additional risks include hail, rising wave heights along coastal areas, and flash floods in areas experiencing heavier rainfall.The forecast indicates that light to moderate rainfall is expected across several northern regions, including Tabuk, Al-Jouf, Hail, and the Northern Borders.In the western and southwestern regions, rainfall is also expected to impact Makkah, Al-Baha, Asir, Jazan, and parts of Madinah.Areas including Taif, Al-Baha, Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan, and AlUla are likely to see light to moderate rain, particularly on Tuesday.The Riyadh region is expected to experience a wider range of conditions.Light to moderate rainfall is forecast across the capital and surrounding governorates, including Diriyah, Al-Dawadmi, Al-Majmaah, and Al-Kharj.Qassim and Najran regions are also expected to experience light to moderate rainfall during the early part of the week, affecting cities such as Buraidah, Unaizah, Najran, and Sharurah.In the Eastern Province, including Dammam, Al-Khobar, Jubail, and Qatif, rainfall is forecast to range from light to moderate, with some areas — particularly Al-Ahsa and parts of the Empty Quarter — expected to experience moderate to heavy rainfall.Meanwhile, heavier rainfall is expected in southern parts of the region, including Wadi Al-Dawasir, Al-Sulayyil, Al-Aflaj, and Al-Hariq, where conditions may intensify to moderate to heavy levels, particularly on Monday.The center noted the possibility of rare severe weather phenomena, such as waterspouts or tornado-like formations, in extreme cases.The NCM urged the public to stay updated through its official channels for the latest developments and safety advisories.