Saudi Arabia weather today: Rain in Riyadh and Dammam, and temperature details
The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia announced in its daily weather report the expected maximum and minimum temperatures for Sunday across the Kingdom's various cities and provinces. The report indicated a forecast of light rain in parts of the capital, Riyadh, and the Eastern Province, specifically in Dammam, amidst a noticeable temperature variation between coastal areas and mountainous regions.
Climate diversity and the importance of weather monitoring
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is characterized by its vast geographical area, creating a unique climatic diversity across its various regions. While coastal areas such as Jeddah and Jazan experience relatively high temperatures and humidity, the southwestern highlands, including Abha and Al-Baha, enjoy a milder, cooler climate with a chance of fog. The National Center of Meteorology and Environmental Protection, through a sophisticated network of radars and monitoring stations, tracks these changes with high precision to provide real-time information that contributes to the safety of citizens and residents.
Weather conditions and safety alerts
These forecasts are of particular importance to drivers and highway users, as light rain in Riyadh and Dammam, and fog in the highlands, are expected to reduce horizontal visibility at times. Authorities always urge caution and adherence to traffic regulations in such conditions to ensure everyone's safety. Furthermore, the drop in temperatures in northern regions such as Tarif and Qurayyat necessitates that residents prepare accordingly to cope with the cold weather.
Details of temperatures and weather phenomena in the cities of the Kingdom
According to the meteorological report, Mecca recorded a high of 29 degrees Celsius, while Medina recorded 26 degrees. Below is a detailed table showing the expected temperatures and weather phenomena in major cities:
| City | Maximum temperature (°C) | Minimum (°C) | Humidity (%) | weather phenomena |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mecca | 29 | 18 | 75 | overcast |
| AL Madinah AL Munawwarah | 26 | 15 | 75 | overcast |
| Riyadh | 25 | 15 | 50 | light rain |
| Dammam | 27 | 15 | 80 | light rain |
| grandmother | 27 | 19 | 75 | Partly cloudy / brisk winds |
| Abha | 20 | 12 | 95 | Rain / Fog |
| Hail | 20 | 8 | 55 | Partly cloudy / Hazy |
| Buraydah | 23 | 10 | 50 | Partly cloudy / Dusty |
| Tabuk | 17 | 5 | 50 | Sober |
| The courtyard | 17 | 10 | 95 | Rain / Fog |
| Juniper | 16 | 5 | 35 | Partly cloudy to cloudy |
| Sakaka | 16 | 6 | 40 | Partly cloudy / Hazy |
| Jazan | 31 | 25 | 85 | Partly cloudy / Hazy |
| Najran | 33 | 18 | 70 | Partly cloudy / brisk winds |
| Taif | 21 | 9 | 95 | Partly cloudy / fog |
| Yanbu | 27 | 13 | 65 | Partly cloudy / brisk winds |
| Al-Ahsa | 28 | 15 | 80 | light rain |
| Hafr Al-Batin | 22 | 10 | 35 | Partly cloudy / brisk winds |
| Al-Sawda | 15 | 6 | 95 | Rain / Fog |
Forecasts indicate continued weather fluctuations in some areas, which necessitates following the ongoing updates issued by the National Center for Meteorology.
