Lowest temperatures in Saudi Arabia today... Hail records 3 degrees Celsius
The regions of Saudi Arabia witnessed a significant drop in temperatures on Thursday, with the Hail region topping the list of the coldest cities, recording the lowest temperature in the Kingdom at 3 degrees Celsius, according to official data issued by the National Center for Meteorology in its daily weather report.
The center explained in its detailed statement that the cold wave affected several regions, particularly in the northern and central parts of the Kingdom. The cities that recorded the lowest temperatures today were ranked as follows:
- Hail: 3 degrees Celsius.
- Sakaka: 5 degrees Celsius.
- Tarif: 6 degrees Celsius.
- Dawadmi: 7 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qurayyat: 7 degrees Celsius.
- Rafha: 7 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 7 degrees Celsius.
- Arar: 8 degrees Celsius.
Climate context and cold waves in the Kingdom
These temperature drops are part of the typical winter weather patterns in Saudi Arabia, where the northern and central regions are usually affected by cold air masses originating from the north, often of Siberian origin. Areas like Hail, the Northern Borders, and Al-Jawf are geographically more susceptible to these cold waves than coastal regions, experiencing significantly lower minimum temperatures, which can reach or fall below freezing at the height of winter.
The importance of following weather reports
The daily report from the National Center of Meteorology is of paramount importance to citizens and residents, as it helps them take the necessary precautions to deal with weather fluctuations. This data directly impacts daily activities, from choosing appropriate clothing to planning travel on roads that may be affected by fog or frost in the early morning hours.
Public safety recommendations
In these cold conditions, experts and relevant authorities recommend exercising caution when using various heating methods, whether electric or based on coal and wood, to ensure proper ventilation and avoid cases of suffocation or fires. Drivers in areas experiencing very low temperatures are also advised to drive cautiously due to the risk of vehicles skidding or reduced visibility, and to continuously monitor early warnings issued by the automated early warning system.
