Today's maximum temperatures in Saudi Arabia: Dammam 24°C and Mecca 30°C
The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia announced on Monday details of the maximum temperatures recorded in various cities and governorates of the Kingdom, with Dammam recording 24 degrees Celsius, while temperatures varied significantly between the northern, southern and coastal regions, reflecting the great climatic and geographical diversity that the country enjoys.
Details of maximum temperatures in the cities of the Kingdom
According to the statement issued by the center, the maximum temperatures recorded today were as follows:
- Dammam: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Mecca: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Medina: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Riyadh: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Jeddah: 28 degrees Celsius.
- Jazan: 31 degrees Celsius (highest recorded).
- Tarif: 11 degrees Celsius (the lowest recorded).
- Abha: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Hail: 17 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Tabuk: 18 degrees Celsius.
- The courtyard: 16 degrees Celsius.
- Arar: 16 degrees Celsius.
- Sakaka: 17 degrees Celsius.
- Najran: 28 degrees Celsius.
- Taif: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ula: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Yanbu: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dawadmi: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Kharj: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Sharurah: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Combined: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Face: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Rafha: 16 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qurayyat: 17 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qunfudhah: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ahsa: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Hafar Al-Batin: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Bisha: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Sawda: 12 degrees Celsius.
- Rawdat Al-Tanhat: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dahna desert: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Saman: 19 degrees Celsius.
Geographical diversity and its impact on climate
Recorded readings show considerable variation due to the geographical nature of Saudi Arabia. While northern regions like Tarif and Qurayyat experience temperatures as low as 11°C due to the influence of cold air masses from the north, coastal and southern regions such as Jazan, Mecca, and Al Qunfudhah maintain warmer temperatures reaching 30°C and 31°C, respectively. This climatic diversity gives the Kingdom a unique advantage, allowing residents and visitors to experience winter, spring, and summer weather simultaneously, depending on their destination.
The role of the National Center for Meteorology and the importance of data
The National Center of Meteorology plays a pivotal role in the daily lives of citizens and residents. Its responsibilities extend beyond simply monitoring temperatures; it also includes issuing early warnings about severe weather phenomena such as heavy rain, sandstorms, and fog. This data is crucial for planning daily activities, ensuring the safety of highways, and supporting vital sectors like agriculture, aviation, and tourism.
Advice for citizens and residents
Given the fluctuating weather and the varying temperatures between day and night, and from one region to another, experts advise staying updated on weather forecasts through official channels. They also recommend wearing appropriate clothing for the recorded temperatures, especially for children and the elderly in areas experiencing significant drops in temperature, and exercising caution while driving in areas that may experience adverse weather conditions.
