Weather in Mecca and Medina during Ramadan 1447: Temperature and Rain Forecasts

The National Center of Meteorology in Saudi Arabia has issued month of Ramadan 1447 AH, covering the regions of Makkah and Madinah . This proactive report is part of early preparations to serve pilgrims and ensure their safety and comfort during the Hajj rituals.

Details of the expected rainfall

The center explained in its report that initial indicators suggest rainfall amounts will be lower than the usual average for this time of year in both holy cities. Based on historical climate records, the average rainfall in Mecca during this period is approximately 4.2 mm, while in Medina it is around 4.3 mm. These amounts are generally classified as light rainfall, which bodes well for relatively stable weather conditions that will facilitate the movement of pilgrims.

Temperatures: Slightly above average

Regarding temperatures, the report indicated that forecasts point to above-average during the holy month of Ramadan in 1447 AH. Detailed data indicates the following:

• Mecca: Temperatures are expected to be one degree Celsius higher than the normal average of 26.8 degrees Celsius.
• Madinah: Temperatures are expected to be 1.2 degrees Celsius higher than the normal average of 23.1 degrees Celsius.

The importance of weather monitoring in serving the pilgrims

These climate reports are of paramount importance due to the high population density in Mecca and Medina during the holy month of Ramadan. Government and service agencies rely on this data for:

• Operational planning: Crowd management and crowd control in the courtyards of the Two Holy Mosques in accordance with the weather conditions.
• Health preparedness: Raising the readiness of health centers to deal with any cases that may result from weather changes or high temperatures, such as heat stress.
• Logistics services: Ensuring the availability of watering and air conditioning services with high efficiency to cope with the expected rise in temperatures.

Tips for pilgrims and visitors

Based on forecasts of rising temperatures, experts advise visitors to the Two Holy Mosques to follow public safety guidelines, including drinking plenty of fluids during Iftar hours to maintain body hydration, avoiding direct exposure to sunlight during peak daytime hours, and using sun umbrellas when moving around in the outer courtyards.

The National Center of Meteorology confirmed its commitment to continuously updating these forecasts and providing highly accurate seasonal climate information, urging everyone to follow its official channels for the latest updates. For the full details of the climate forecast report, please visit the official link by clicking here .