On November 14, visitors to Prophet Mohamed’s mosque in Madinah (Masjid Al Nabawi) experienced the revered site amidst a heavy rain, creating a peaceful atmosphere for the Friday prayer. Millions of Muslims worldwide hold this site in high regard.
In recent days, various regions of Saudi Arabia, including Makkah, Madinah, Asir, and Riyadh, have experienced significant rainfall. The Saudi National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued a red rain alert for Madinah on Saturday.
Similarly, in Makkah, weather authorities warned of high-speed winds, reduced visibility, hail, flash floods, and thunderstorms, issuing a similar alert.
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Photo: Inside the Haramain/X
The Saudi General Directorate of Traffic advised drivers to be cautious in rainy conditions, avoid excessive speed and sudden lane changes, and maintain a safe distance from other vehicles.
A video from Inside the Haramain X, showing the aftermath of Friday’s downpour, offers a glimpse into the scene:
On Thursday, mosques throughout Saudi Arabia participated in a special rain-seeking prayer following a call from King Salman bin Abdul Aziz. Similar prayers occurred recently in Kuwait and Qatar.
In October, Muslims in the UAE attended mosques for the same purpose after President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed’s invitation to pray for rain.
