Temperatures in Saudi Arabia today: Rain and weather forecast for Riyadh and Dammam
The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia announced details of the expected weather conditions for today, Saturday, explaining the varying temperatures and weather phenomena affecting different regions of the Kingdom. The report revealed that Dammam and Riyadh recorded a high of 24 degrees Celsius, while Mecca recorded the highest temperature at 32 degrees Celsius, followed by Medina at 30 degrees Celsius, reflecting the diverse climate the country experiences.
Climatic and geographical diversity in the Kingdom
Saudi Arabia's vast geographical area results in a wide variety of climatic patterns across its different regions. While coastal areas like Jeddah and Dammam experience high humidity and maritime influences, central regions like Riyadh have a dry desert climate characterized by significant temperature variations between day and night. Southern regions and highlands such as Abha and Al-Baha generally record lower temperatures and higher rainfall, as clearly demonstrated in today's report, where As-Soudah recorded the lowest maximum temperature at 14 degrees Celsius.
The importance of following weather reports and their impact
Daily weather forecasts are of paramount importance both locally and in terms of public services, as citizens and residents rely on them to plan their daily activities and travel between cities. This data also plays a pivotal role in issuing warnings from civil defense and other relevant authorities to ensure road safety, especially given forecasts of thunderstorms and flash floods in some valleys and ravines. These weather fluctuations directly impact air and sea navigation, in addition to affecting agricultural and pastoral activities in open areas.
Table of temperatures and weather phenomena
The following is a detailed statement showing the maximum and minimum temperatures, humidity levels, and expected weather phenomena in the Kingdom's cities, according to the National Center for Meteorology report:
| City | Great | The minor | Humidity (%) | weather phenomena |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mecca | 32 | 23 | 80 | Thunderstorms / Strong winds |
| AL Madinah AL Munawwarah | 30 | 18 | 45 | light rain |
| Riyadh | 24 | 12 | 65 | Thunderstorms / Strong winds |
| Dammam | 24 | 12 | 85 | Thunderstorms / Strong winds |
| grandmother | 32 | 22 | 85 | Partly cloudy / brisk winds |
| Abha | 19 | 11 | 95 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Hail | 24 | 9 | 50 | Partly cloudy / brisk winds |
| Buraydah | 27 | 10 | 50 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Tabuk | 21 | 7 | 55 | Sober |
| The courtyard | 18 | 11 | 95 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Juniper | 20 | 7 | 50 | Clear to partly cloudy |
| Sakaka | 21 | 8 | 45 | Clear to partly cloudy |
| Jazan | 31 | 25 | 80 | Thunderstorms / Active winds |
| Najran | 26 | 14 | 70 | Thunderstorms / Strong winds |
| Taif | 24 | 11 | 90 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Al-Ula | 26 | 12 | 30 | Partly cloudy / brisk winds |
| Yanbu | 31 | 16 | 85 | Partly cloudy / brisk winds |
| Dawadmi | 23 | 10 | 70 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Al-Kharj | 24 | 11 | 70 | Thunderstorms / Strong winds |
| Wadi Al-Dawasir | 26 | 15 | 65 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Sharurah | 30 | 17 | 50 | Partly cloudy / Dusty |
| The complex | 24 | 10 | 65 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| face | 26 | 16 | 75 | Active winds |
| Rafah | 20 | 8 | 65 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Al-Qurayyat | 18 | 5 | 70 | Partly cloudy / brisk winds |
| Funny | 17 | 4 | 50 | Active winds |
| Al Qunfudhah | 29 | 23 | 85 | Thunderstorms / Strong winds |
| Al-Ahsa | 22 | 11 | 80 | Thunderstorms / Strong winds |
| Hafr Al-Batin | 24 | 9 | 65 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Bisha | 27 | 15 | 75 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Al-Sawda | 14 | 4 | 95 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Rawdat Al-Tanhat | 25 | 10 | 60 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Al-Dahna desert | 24 | 9 | 75 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Al-Saman | 25 | 10 | 70 | Moderate to heavy rain |
