The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia announced details of the weather conditions across the Kingdom on Monday, revealing significant temperature variations between different regions, in addition to observing weather phenomena that warrant attention in several cities and provinces. Dammam recorded a high of 21 degrees Celsius, while Sharurah topped the list with a high of 33 degrees Celsius, and Hail recorded the lowest high at 13 degrees Celsius.
Statement of maximum temperatures in the cities of the Kingdom
The daily weather report showed a variation in temperatures reflecting the geographical and climatic diversity of the Kingdom, and the recorded temperatures were as follows:
- Sharurah: 33 degrees Celsius (highest).
- Najran: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Mecca: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Jazan: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Jeddah: 28 degrees Celsius.
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 28 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Kharj: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Medina: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Combined: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Dammam: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dawadmi: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Abha: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Tabuk: 17 degrees Celsius.
- Riyadh: 16 degrees Celsius.
- Arar: 15 degrees Celsius.
- Sakaka: 15 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 14 degrees Celsius.
- The courtyard: 14 degrees Celsius.
- Hail: 13 degrees Celsius (lowest).
Rain forecast and weather phenomena
Regarding the accompanying weather phenomena, the National Center of Meteorology predicted continued thunderstorms ranging from moderate to heavy. The report indicated that this rainfall could lead to flash floods and be accompanied by hail and strong winds that may stir up dust and sand, potentially reducing horizontal visibility.
The areas affected by this weather include parts of:
- Jazan
- difficult
- The courtyard
- Mecca
- Riyadh
- Al-Qassim
- Hail
- Eastern Province
Light to moderate rain is also expected in parts of the Madinah, Tabuk, Al-Jawf and Northern Borders regions, as well as parts of the Najran region, with the possibility of fog forming during the night and early morning hours in the highlands and parts of those regions.
The importance of weather monitoring and climate diversity in the Kingdom
The significant temperature variation recorded today, with a difference of up to 20 degrees Celsius between Sharurah and Hail, is a clear indication of the diverse continental and climatic nature of Saudi Arabia. Topography plays a crucial role in this variation, with temperatures dropping considerably in the northern regions and mountainous areas such as Hail and Al-Baha, while the southern and coastal regions maintain more moderate or higher temperatures.
of the National Center of Meteorology is of paramount importance in such volatile weather conditions, as it relies on the latest technologies and radar systems to monitor clouds and wind patterns with high precision. These periodic reports contribute to enhancing public safety, as security agencies and civil defense rely on them to issue proactive warnings to citizens and residents, particularly regarding avoiding valleys and flood channels during heavy rainfall.
Experts always advise following official weather forecasts on a daily basis, especially for travelers on the roads that connect the far-flung regions of the Kingdom, to ensure that the necessary precautions are taken and to avoid areas experiencing severe weather fluctuations.
