The National Center for Meteorology announced in its daily report details of temperatures across Saudi Arabia, noting a significant variation in maximum temperatures across the Kingdom's cities and regions on Wednesday. The city of Dammam in the Eastern Province recorded 30 degrees Celsius, reflecting relatively stable weather conditions in the region.
List of maximum temperatures in the cities of the Kingdom
According to the official statement issued by the National Center for Meteorology, the maximum temperatures recorded in various cities and governorates were as follows:
- Dammam: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Mecca: 34 degrees Celsius.
- Medina: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Riyadh: 32 degrees Celsius.
- Jeddah: 32 degrees Celsius.
- Abha: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Hail: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Tabuk: 22 degrees Celsius.
- The courtyard: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Arar: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Sakaka: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Jazan: 33 degrees Celsius.
- Najran: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Taif: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ula: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Yanbu: 33 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dawadmi: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Kharj: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 34 degrees Celsius.
- Sharurah: 36 degrees Celsius.
- Combined: 28 degrees Celsius.
- Face: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Rafha: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qurayyat: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Tarif: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qunfudhah: 32 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ahsa: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Hafar Al-Batin: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Bisha: 32 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Sawda: 17 degrees Celsius.
- Rawdat Al-Tanhat: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dahna desert: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Saman: 31 degrees Celsius.
The climatic and geographical context of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is characterized by its vast area and great geographical diversity, which is directly reflected in the significant temperature across its different regions. While the southwestern highlands, such as As-Soudah and Abha, experience relatively mild to cool temperatures ranging between 17 and 22 degrees Celsius, the desert and southern regions, such as Sharurah, record higher temperatures reaching up to 36 degrees Celsius. This climatic diversity is historically attributable to the Kingdom's location within the arid tropical desert belt, with the exception of the mountainous highlands, which are influenced by monsoon winds and enjoy a more temperate climate year-round.
The importance of monitoring weather reports and their local and regional impact
The daily reports issued by the National Center for Meteorology play a vital role on several levels. Locally, knowing the temperatures and weather conditions helps citizens and residents plan their daily activities, especially in vital sectors such as agriculture, water resource management, and domestic tourism. For example, the mild climate in Taif, Al-Baha, and Abha attracts thousands of tourists seeking to escape the heat of major cities, thus boosting the local economy.
At the regional and international levels, the accuracy of meteorological data issued by the Kingdom contributes to enhancing the safety of air and maritime navigation in the Middle East. This data is essential for international airlines transiting Saudi airspace, as well as for commercial shipping in the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf. This precise information also supports environmental sustainability efforts and climate change monitoring, which aligns closely with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 in protecting the environment and improving quality of life.
In conclusion, it is always advisable to follow official updates issued by the competent authorities to ensure public safety, especially with the rapid changes that may occur in the weather during the transitional periods between seasons.
