Today's maximum temperatures: Dammam 22°C and Mecca 31°C
The National Center for Meteorology announced today, Friday, details of the maximum temperatures recorded in various regions and governorates of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The data showed a noticeable variation in weather conditions between the coastal, central, and northern regions. Dammam recorded 22 degrees Celsius, while Mecca, Yanbu, and Jeddah topped the list with the highest temperatures. The northern regions and highlands recorded lower temperatures.
Climate diversity and meteorological monitoring efforts
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia boasts a vast geographical area, resulting in a unique climatic diversity. Weather patterns vary between the humid coastal regions, the arid desert areas, and the mountainous highlands, which enjoy temperate to cool climates. The National Center of Meteorology plays a vital and pivotal role in monitoring these variations with high accuracy, relying on an extensive network of advanced stations and satellites. This continuous monitoring extends beyond simply recording temperatures; it encompasses observing various weather phenomena, reflecting the technological advancements in the Kingdom's meteorological sector, which serves citizens and residents by providing accurate and up-to-date data.
List of maximum temperatures recorded today
According to the report issued, the maximum temperatures in Saudi cities were as follows:
- Mecca: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Jeddah: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Yanbu: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Jazan: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qunfudhah: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Sharurah: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Medina: 28 degrees Celsius.
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Face: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ula: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Bisha: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Najran: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Taif: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Hafar Al-Batin: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Dammam: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Riyadh: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Hail: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dawadmi: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Combined: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Rawdat Al-Tanhat: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Saman: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dahna desert: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Tabuk: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Kharj: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ahsa: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Abha: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Rafha: 19 degrees Celsius.
- The courtyard: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Arar: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Sakaka: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qurayyat: 17 degrees Celsius.
- Tarif: 15 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Sawda: 14 degrees Celsius.
The importance of climate data for daily life
Monitoring maximum and minimum temperature is of paramount importance at the local and regional levels, as this data directly impacts the planning of daily activities for individuals and organizations. These reports help in taking necessary preventative measures, whether related to road safety on highways that may be affected by weather phenomena, or in the agricultural and tourism sectors. Furthermore, knowing the weather in advance contributes to raising public awareness and avoiding health risks associated with sudden weather changes, especially during seasonal transitions, which are typically characterized by fluctuating temperatures and strong winds.
