The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia announced details of the maximum temperatures recorded today, Thursday, in various regions and cities of the Kingdom. The data showed a remarkable variation in the climatic conditions between the coastal, central, and mountainous regions, reflecting the great geographical diversity that the country enjoys.
List of maximum temperatures in Saudi cities
According to the report, Dammam recorded 21 degrees Celsius, while Mecca topped the list with 31 degrees Celsius. The following is a comprehensive overview of the maximum temperatures in the remaining cities:
- Mecca: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Jeddah: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Jazan: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qunfudhah: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Sharurah: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Yanbu: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Bisha: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Face: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Medina: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Najran: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Taif: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ula: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dawadmi: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ahsa: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Rawdat Al-Tanhat: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Dammam: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Hafar Al-Batin: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Riyadh: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Sakaka: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Kharj: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dahna desert: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Abha: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Hail: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Arar: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Combined: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Guarantee: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Tabuk: 18 degrees Celsius.
- The courtyard: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Rafha: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qurayyat: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Tarif: 15 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Sawda: 12 degrees Celsius (lowest recorded).
Climatic and geographical diversity in the Kingdom
This report reflects the unique climatic diversity of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which is closely linked to its vast geographical expanse. While coastal areas such as Jeddah, Jazan, and Dammam experience moderate temperatures tending towards relative warmth and humidity, mountainous and highland regions such as As-Soudah, Abha, and Al-Baha record significantly lower temperatures. As-Soudah, for example, recorded only 12 degrees Celsius, making it a preferred destination for those seeking cooler weather.
The role of the National Center for Meteorology and the importance of weather monitoring
The National Center for Meteorology plays a pivotal role in daily life and the economy within the Kingdom. The importance of its data extends beyond simply knowing the weather; it encompasses numerous vital aspects. Locally, these reports help citizens and residents plan their daily activities and choose appropriate clothing, especially given the weather fluctuations that some regions may experience.
From an economic and developmental perspective, the accuracy of this data is a cornerstone for the aviation, maritime, agricultural, and tourism sectors. With the Kingdom's focus on promoting domestic and international tourism as part of Vision 2030, weather information becomes essential for organizing events and recreational seasons in open areas, and for ensuring the safety and comfort of visitors.
The center relies in its reports on a wide network of radars, advanced monitoring stations and satellites, to ensure the provision of accurate and up-to-date information that contributes to raising the level of public safety and environmental awareness in the community.
