Pilgrims heading to Makkah and Madinah for Ramadan should expect warmer weather. Saudi Arabia's meteorology center predicts ...

The typically dry landscape of Mecca and Madina in Saudi Arabia, which used to be known for its arid desert climate is once again being swept by heavy rainfall, hail, and thunderstorms. The Jeddah ...

Saudi Arabia launches Ala Khutah, an immersive journey tracing Prophet Muhammad’s Hijrah from Makkah to Madina, featuring 41 ...

Ramadan in 2026 coincides with the winter season, meaning fasting hours in Saudi Arabia will average around 13 hours a day. Based on the confirmed start date, Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of ...

Saudi Arabia is preparing for a multi-day period of dust storms and strong winds through Saturday, February 28, 2026. The National Center of Meteorology has issued multiple alerts, with Red Alerts ...

Saudi tourism businesses can hire temp workers through Ajeer platform to meet Ramadan and Hajj demand in Makkah and Madinah ...

RIYADH — The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has issued its preliminary climate outlook for Ramadan 1447H, forecasting below-average rainfall and slightly higher temperatures in Makkah and ...

Madinah, one of Islam’s two holiest cities located in Saudi Arabia, attracts millions of pilgrims annually for Hajj or Umrah. Cultural and Historical Sites Experience Madinah Dining The tourism sector ...

RIYADH — The Ministry of Tourism has launched a new e-service enabling operators of licensed hospitality facilities in Makkah and Madinah to apply for increased bed capacity during the upcoming Hajj ...

Ala Khutah (In His Footsteps), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s latest initiative to provide meaningful experiences in the land ...

Saudi Arabia has started issuing Hajj visas for 2026 from February 8, months ahead of schedule, as preparations begin to welcome over one million pilgrims to Makkah. Read to know more.