Today's weather and temperatures in Saudi Arabia
The National Center for Meteorology issued its detailed daily report outlining temperatures across the Kingdom , specifically the maximum temperatures recorded in various cities and provinces. The report revealed a significant variation reflecting the diverse geography of the country, with Dammam in the Eastern Province recording 24 degrees Celsius, while temperatures in other regions ranged from moderate to relatively high.
List of maximum temperatures in the cities of the Kingdom
The maximum temperatures recorded by the monitoring stations of the National Center for Meteorology for today are as follows:
- Dammam: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Mecca: 32 degrees Celsius.
- Medina: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Riyadh: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Jeddah: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Abha: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Hail: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Tabuk: 26 degrees Celsius.
- The patio: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Arar: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Sakaka: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Jazan: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Najran: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Taif: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ula: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Yanbu: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Dawadmi: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Kharj: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Sharurah: 34 degrees Celsius.
- Combined: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Face: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Rafha: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qurayyat: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Tarif: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qunfudhah: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ahsa: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Hafar Al-Batin: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Bisha: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Sawda: 15 degrees Celsius.
- Rawdat Al-Tanhat: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dahna desert: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Saman: 21 degrees Celsius.
Geographical and climatic diversity in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is practically a subcontinent due to its vast area of over two million square kilometers, which explains the significant temperature across its cities. While the high mountainous regions in the southwest, such as As-Soudah, experience temperatures as low as 15 degrees Celsius, the desert and low-lying areas on the edge of the Empty Quarter, such as Sharurah, record much higher temperatures, reaching as high as 34 degrees Celsius. This unique climatic diversity makes the Kingdom a varied tourist destination throughout the year, with weather conditions differing dramatically from one region to another on the same day.
The role of the National Center for Meteorology and the importance of weather monitoring
The National Center for Meteorology plays a vital and strategic role in the Kingdom, aiming to monitor weather and climate phenomena and issue early warnings and alerts to protect lives and property. These efforts align with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 and the Saudi Green Initiative, which seek to understand climate change and mitigate its negative impacts. Providing accurate weather data helps vital sectors such as aviation, agriculture, transportation, and tourism make informed decisions and avoid potential losses.
Local and regional impact of weather conditions
At the local level, temperatures directly impact domestic tourism and daily life. Areas with mild and cool climates, such as Abha, Al-Baha, and Taif, attract thousands of visitors seeking respite from the heat of coastal or desert cities, positively impacting the local economy and the hospitality sector. Regionally, the accurate data shared by the Kingdom contributes to strengthening the meteorological system in the Arabian Peninsula, helping neighboring countries predict wind patterns, sandstorms, and low-pressure systems that may cross the region.
In conclusion, it is always advisable to follow the continuous updates issued by the official channels of the National Center for Meteorology to ensure that you are kept informed of any emergency changes in the weather, and to take the necessary measures to ensure public safety while traveling between the cities and governorates of the Kingdom.
