Clouds and fog sweep over Saudi Arabia's Asir region - in pictures

  • Local tourists are flocking to Saudi Arabia's Asir region this summer to see a series of low clouds hanging below the mountains.
    Local tourists are flocking to Saudi Arabia's Asir region this summer to see a series of low clouds hanging below the mountains.
  • Described as a weather phenomenon, the unusual sight is related to the formation of fog and clouds.
    Described as a weather phenomenon, the unusual sight is related to the formation of fog and clouds.
  • The low-lying clouds and fog has reduced visibility greatly on the ground.
    The low-lying clouds and fog has reduced visibility greatly on the ground.
  • It is not usually common to see so many clouds in the area during the summer months.
    It is not usually common to see so many clouds in the area during the summer months.
  • Rain clouds form overhead in Asir, Saudi Arabia.
    Rain clouds form overhead in Asir, Saudi Arabia.
  • The fog and cloud cover has brought some respite from the high summer temperatures.
    The fog and cloud cover has brought some respite from the high summer temperatures.
  • The clouds will soon part and make way for sunny, clear skies once more.
    The clouds will soon part and make way for sunny, clear skies once more.