Temperatures in Saudi Arabia: City weather report from the National Center for Meteorology
The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia issued its daily weather report, revealing the maximum temperatures recorded on Monday in various cities and provinces across the Kingdom. Mecca recorded the highest temperature at 38 degrees Celsius, while Dammam in the Eastern Province recorded 35 degrees Celsius, a temperature reflecting the beginning of the typical summer season in the region.
The climatic context of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia boasts a unique climate diversity due to its vast size and varied topography. While a hot, dry desert climate prevails in most of the central and eastern regions, the southwestern highlands, such as Abha and Al-Baha, enjoy a more temperate climate, as clearly demonstrated in the report, where Abha recorded only 24 degrees Celsius and Al-Baha only 23 degrees. Coastal areas along the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf are affected by high humidity, which exacerbates the perceived heat. The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) is the official body responsible for monitoring these climatic changes and providing accurate forecasts that serve all vital sectors in the country.
The importance and impact of weather reports
The importance of these reports extends beyond simply informing the public about daily weather conditions; it encompasses numerous vital aspects. Locally, this data helps citizens and residents plan their daily activities and avoid peak heat hours, while also contributing to increased health awareness regarding the importance of hydration and preventing heatstroke. Economically, sectors such as agriculture, construction, aviation, and tourism rely directly on accurate weather forecasts to organize their operations and ensure their safety. For example, the moderate temperatures in resort areas like Taif and Abha are a key factor in boosting domestic tourism during periods of high temperatures in other regions.
List of maximum temperatures in the cities of the Kingdom:
- Mecca: 38 degrees Celsius
- Medina: 37 degrees Celsius
- Al-Ahsa: 37 degrees Celsius
- Yanbu: 36 degrees Celsius
- Al-Kharj: 36 degrees Celsius
- Dammam: 35 degrees Celsius
- Riyadh: 35 degrees Celsius
- Jazan: 35 degrees Celsius
- Najran: 35 degrees Celsius
- Bisha: 35 degrees Celsius
- Jeddah: 34 degrees Celsius
- Buraidah: 32 degrees Celsius
- Hail: 31 degrees Celsius
- Tabuk: 29 degrees Celsius
- Taif: 27 degrees Celsius
- Abha: 24 degrees Celsius
- Courtyard: 23 degrees Celsius
- Al-Sawda: 18 degrees Celsius
This large variation in temperatures between regions reflects the diverse geographical nature of the Kingdom, and underscores the importance of following the reports issued by the National Center for Meteorology to adapt to different weather conditions.
