Today's weather and temperatures in Saudi Arabia
Following continuous monitoring of weather conditions, the National Center for Meteorology issued its daily report detailing temperatures across Saudi Arabia, highlighting the significant climatic variations experienced in different regions of the Kingdom. The city of Dammam in the Eastern Province recorded a high of 31 degrees Celsius, while maximum temperatures varied considerably in other cities and provinces, reflecting the unique geographical diversity of Saudi Arabia.
Climatic importance and geographical diversity in the Kingdom
Saudi Arabia is considered a subcontinent due to its vast size, which explains the significant variation in maximum temperatures between its cities. While the southwestern highlands, such as As-Soudah and Abha, experience relatively mild to cool temperatures, the coastal and desert regions witness a marked increase in temperature. This climatic diversity plays a vital role in stimulating domestic tourism, as citizens and residents flock to cooler regions in the summer to escape the heat of major cities, and to warmer regions in the winter. Furthermore, monitoring the National Center of Meteorology's reports is a daily necessity for vital sectors such as agriculture, aviation, and land transport, to ensure business continuity and mitigate any negative impacts of weather fluctuations.
Regionally, Saudi Arabia’s meteorological data plays a crucial role in understanding the movement of low and high pressure systems in the Arabian Peninsula, contributing to more accurate weather forecasts for neighboring countries. These efforts align with the Kingdom’s environmental initiatives, such as the Saudi Green Initiative, which aims to improve the climate, reduce carbon emissions, and combat desertification through a deeper understanding of climate patterns.
Statement of maximum temperatures in the cities of the Kingdom
According to the official statement issued by the National Center for Meteorology on Thursday, the maximum temperatures recorded in the most prominent cities and governorates were as follows:
- Mecca: 39 degrees Celsius (highest temperature).
- Jeddah: 38 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qunfudhah: 37 degrees Celsius.
- Yanbu and Sharurah: 36 degrees Celsius.
- Medina, Jazan and Rafha: 34 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ula: 33 degrees Celsius.
- Wadi Al-Dawasir and Al-Ahsa: 32 degrees Celsius.
- Dammam, Tabuk, Najran, Hafr Al-Batin, Rawdat Al-Tanhat and Al-Dahna desert: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Al Wajh, Bisha and Al Samman: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Taif, Al-Kharj and Al-Qurayyat: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Riyadh, Dawadmi and Al Majmaah: 28 degrees Celsius.
- Tarif: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Hail, Arar and Sakaka: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Abha: 23 degrees Celsius.
- The courtyard: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Sawda: 18 degrees Celsius (the least hot).
The role of the National Center for Meteorology
The National Center for Meteorology continues to provide its monitoring and forecasting services around the clock, relying on the latest global technologies in the field of meteorology. Through disseminating this data, the Center aims to raise public awareness about weather conditions and provide early warnings of extreme weather events, thus contributing to the protection of lives and property. It is always advisable to follow official updates through the Center's channels to receive accurate and reliable information on temperatures in Saudi Arabia, as well as forecasts for rainfall and wind.
