RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology has warned of dust-stirring winds and extreme daytime heat across several regions on Saturday as hundreds of thousands of pilgrims continue arriving ahead of the annual Hajj pilgrimage. The center said surface winds carrying dust and sand are expected to affect parts of Najran, Riyadh, the Eastern Province, the Northern Borders region, Al-Jouf and Tabuk. NCM also warned of possible thunderstorms and rain over parts of the highlands of Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, and Makkah.

MECCA, May 20 — Malaysian Haj pilgrims have been advised to take care of their health and limit outdoor activities following extreme heat in Saudi Arabia, with temperatures...

Saudi Arabia's National Center for Meteorology forecasts hot to extremely hot weather on roads leading to Makkah and the holy sites during Hajj preparations.