The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia announced on Monday the details of the maximum temperatures recorded in various regions and cities of the Kingdom. The data showed a noticeable variation in weather conditions between the coastal, central, and mountainous regions. Dammam recorded 25 degrees Celsius, while Mecca topped the list with 35 degrees Celsius, reflecting the diverse climate the country experiences at this time of year.
Details of maximum temperatures in Saudi cities
According to the report issued by the center, the maximum temperatures recorded today were as follows:
- Mecca: 35 degrees Celsius.
- Medina: 32 degrees Celsius.
- Jeddah: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Riyadh: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Dammam: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Abha: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Tabuk: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Hail: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 23 degrees Celsius.
- The courtyard: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Arar: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Sakaka: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Jazan: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Najran: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Taif: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ula: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Yanbu: 37 degrees Celsius (the highest recorded in some coastal readings).
- Al-Dawadmi: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Kharj: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Sharurah: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Combined: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Face: 33 degrees Celsius.
- Rafha: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qurayyat: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Tarif: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qunfudhah: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ahsa: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Hafar Al-Batin: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Bisha: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Sawda: 18 degrees Celsius (the least hot).
- Rawdat Al-Tanhat: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dahna desert: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Saman: 27 degrees Celsius.
Geographical diversity and its impact on climate
This report reflects the great geographical diversity of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, where climatic patterns vary according to the terrain. While coastal areas such as Jeddah, Yanbu, and Dammam experience moderate temperatures that tend towards high with varying humidity levels, mountainous and highland regions such as As-Soudah and Abha maintain relatively low temperatures, making them popular destinations for domestic tourism. In contrast, northern regions such as Tarif and Arar experience a noticeable drop in temperatures compared to other areas, a typical pattern as the transitional seasons approach.
The importance of following weather reports
This data, issued by the National Center for Meteorology, is of paramount importance to citizens and residents, as it assists in planning daily outdoor activities, determining appropriate clothing, and is particularly valuable for those traveling on highways between cities. The National Center for Meteorology plays a vital role in monitoring weather changes using the latest technologies to ensure accurate information and provide early warnings in cases of severe weather fluctuations, thus contributing to enhanced public safety and supporting vital sectors such as agriculture, transportation, and tourism in the Kingdom.
