Today's maximum temperatures in Saudi Arabia: Dammam 19 and Mecca 33

The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia announced details of the maximum temperatures recorded today, Monday, across various regions and cities of the Kingdom. The data showed a significant variation in weather conditions between the coastal, central, northern, and mountainous regions. Dammam recorded 19 degrees Celsius, while Mecca topped the list as the hottest city, registering 33 degrees Celsius.

Climatic and geographical diversity in the Kingdom

This report reflects the great geographical and climatic diversity of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. While the western coastal regions such as Jeddah and Yanbu experience relatively warm and high temperatures (32 and 30 degrees Celsius respectively), the northern regions and highlands record significantly lower temperatures, reflecting the nature of the continental and semi-desert climate that prevails over large parts of the country, in addition to the influence of the mountainous terrain in the Asir and Al-Baha regions.

List of maximum temperatures in Saudi cities

According to a statement from the National Center of Meteorology, the maximum temperatures recorded today were as follows:

• Eastern and Central Region: Dammam recorded 19 degrees, Riyadh 18 degrees, Al-Ahsa 18 degrees, while Al-Kharj recorded 19 degrees, and Al-Majma’ah 15 degrees Celsius.
• Western Region: Makkah 33 degrees, Madinah 23 degrees, Jeddah 32 degrees, Taif 23 degrees, and Yanbu 30 degrees Celsius.
• Northern regions: Tabuk 21 degrees, Hail 17 degrees, Arar 16 degrees, Sakaka 17 degrees, Al Qurayyat 17 degrees, and Tarif 16 degrees Celsius.
• Southern region and highlands: Abha 20 degrees, Al-Baha 19 degrees, Jazan 29 degrees, Najran 21 degrees, and Al-Soudah 15 degrees Celsius.
• Other cities and regions: Buraidah 16 degrees, Al-Ula 23 degrees, Al-Dawadmi 16 degrees, Wadi Al-Dawasir 20 degrees, Sharurah 22 degrees, Al-Wajh 28 degrees, Rafha 15 degrees, Al-Qunfudhah 29 degrees, Hafr Al-Batin 16 degrees, Bisha 22 degrees, Rawdat Al-Tanhat 17 degrees, and Al-Dahna and Al-Saman deserts 17 degrees Celsius.

The importance of following weather reports

These daily reports are of paramount importance to citizens and residents, as they help in planning daily activities and determining appropriate clothing, especially given the weather fluctuations the Kingdom may experience during transitional seasons. This data also plays a pivotal role in vital sectors such as agriculture and land and air transport, as relevant authorities rely on the accuracy of these weather forecasts to ensure road safety and regulate navigation.

The National Center for Meteorology continuously monitors weather changes using the latest technologies and satellites to provide accurate and up-to-date information, which contributes to raising the level of weather awareness and enhancing public safety throughout the Kingdom.