Weather in Saudi Arabia: Dammam 19 degrees Celsius and heavy rain expected
The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia announced details of Tuesday's weather, noting significant temperature variations across the Kingdom. Dammam recorded a high of 19 degrees Celsius. This report is part of the Center's ongoing daily monitoring of weather patterns, reflecting the diverse climates that characterize the Kingdom's vast geography.
Statement of maximum temperatures in Saudi cities
Data released by the center showed varying temperatures, with some southern and coastal areas remaining relatively warm, while northern and central regions experienced a noticeable drop more typical of winter weather. The maximum temperatures recorded were as follows:
- Dammam: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Mecca: 28 degrees Celsius.
- Medina: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Riyadh: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Jeddah: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Abha: 15 degrees Celsius.
- Tabuk: 17 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 14 degrees Celsius.
- Hail: 14 degrees Celsius.
- The patio: 15 degrees Celsius.
- Arar: 14 degrees Celsius.
- Sakaka: 14 degrees Celsius.
- Jazan: 28 degrees Celsius.
- Najran: 28 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Kharj: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Combined: 14 degrees Celsius.
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Dawadmi: 15 degrees Celsius.
- Sharurah: 30 degrees Celsius (highest recorded).
Weather conditions and expected phenomena
In addition to the temperature fluctuations, the National Center for Meteorology's report indicated the continuation of unstable weather conditions across large parts of the Kingdom. Forecasts indicate moderate to heavy thunderstorms, which may lead to flash floods in valleys and ravines. These conditions will be accompanied by hail and strong winds that will stir up dust and sand, potentially reducing horizontal visibility. This weather pattern is particularly concentrated in parts of the Jazan, Asir, Riyadh, Eastern Province, and Northern Borders regions.
In contrast, light to moderate rain is expected in parts of Al-Jawf, Hail, Al-Qassim, Makkah, Al-Baha, and Najran regions. The center also warned of the possibility of fog forming during the night and early morning hours in parts of these areas, urging caution while driving on highways and open roads.
The importance of follow-up and official warnings
These reports are of paramount importance given the direct impact of weather conditions on daily life and the safety of citizens and residents. Relevant authorities, such as the Civil Defense, coordinate with the National Center for Meteorology to issue necessary warnings and provide guidance on staying away from floodplains and valleys during rainfall. The Kingdom's diverse geography, ranging from mountainous highlands in the south to desert regions in the central and northern parts, is a major factor in the variation of weather phenomena from one area to another at the same time, highlighting the importance of continuously monitoring official weather forecasts.
