The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia announced its daily report on Monday regarding the maximum temperatures recorded in various regions and cities of the Kingdom. The data showed a noticeable variation in weather conditions, reflecting the country's geographical diversity. Dammam recorded 22 degrees Celsius, while Mecca and Jeddah topped the list with 31 degrees Celsius, indicating relatively warm weather in the western region compared to other areas.
Temperature details in Saudi cities
According to official data released by the center, the maximum temperatures recorded today were as follows:
- Dammam: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Mecca: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Medina: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Riyadh: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Jeddah: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Abha: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Hail: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Tabuk: 23 degrees Celsius.
- The courtyard: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Arar: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Sakaka: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Jazan: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Najran: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Taif: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ula: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Yanbu: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dawadmi: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Kharj: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Sharurah: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Combined: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Face: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Rafha: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qurayyat: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Tarif: 17 degrees Celsius (the coolest among the major cities).
- Al Qunfudhah: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ahsa: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Hafar Al-Batin: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Bisha: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Sawda: 14 degrees Celsius (the coldest).
- Rawdat Al-Tanhat: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dahna desert: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Guarantee: 21 degrees Celsius.
The importance of weather monitoring and climate diversity in the Kingdom
The significant temperature variations between Saudi cities, with differences exceeding 15 degrees Celsius between Mecca and As-Soudah, are clear evidence of the continental nature and diverse climate of the Kingdom. Topography plays a crucial role in this variation; while coastal areas like Jeddah and Dammam enjoy a climate influenced by humidity and bodies of water, mountainous regions such as Abha, Al-Baha, and As-Soudah experience a noticeable drop in temperatures due to their altitude.
The National Center for Meteorology's reports are of paramount importance both locally and nationally, as their benefits extend beyond simply providing daily weather information. They encompass vital aspects that directly impact the safety of citizens and residents. This accurate data aids in planning daily activities, alerts drivers to weather phenomena such as fog or dust storms, and plays a pivotal role in supporting the agricultural and aviation sectors, as well as in organizing the various tourism and entertainment events held throughout the Kingdom.
Experts always call for following official weather forecasts regularly, especially during transitional periods between seasons, when weather fluctuations are frequent and may affect public health and traffic on highways connecting cities.
