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Riyadh Moves Classes Online Ahead Of Heavy Rain Forecasts
It’s officially winter!
Education authorities have announced the suspension of in-person classes in Riyadh today, with all schools shifting to remote learning as a precautionary measure due to expected adverse weather conditions.
The decision, based on reports from the National Center for Meteorology, applies to all public and private schools in Riyadh city and its affiliated governorates, including Al-Majmaah, Al-Ghat, Al-Zulfi, Al-Dawadmi, Al-Quwayiyah, Afif, and Shaqra.
Students, teachers, and administrative staff will conduct classes online through the Madrasati platform and other approved educational systems
The move comes as weather authorities warned of increased chances of rainfall of varying intensity across most regions of the Kingdom until Thursday. Forecasts also indicate the possibility of strong downdraft winds exceeding 60 km/h, hailstorms, high sea waves in coastal areas, and potential flash floods in some locations.
Several other regions, including the Eastern Province, Hafar Al-Batin, Qassim, Al-Ahsa, and Al-Baha, have announced similar measures, prioritizing the safety of students and school staff
امطار وسيول الارطاوية شمال #الرياض الان تصوير عضو الفريق ابو متعب الحربي pic.twitter.com/1XxX1vSp3S
— #فريق_طقس_المملكة 🇸🇦 (@saudiweathergr) December 15, 2025
Authorities have urged students, parents, and educators to stay updated through official weather advisories and follow safety guidelines as unstable conditions are expected to continue over the coming days.
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