Temperatures in Saudi Arabia today: Weather forecast for the Kingdom's cities

The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia revealed details on Tuesday of the maximum temperatures recorded in various cities and provinces across the Kingdom, in a report reflecting the country's significant climatic diversity. Mecca topped the list of warmest cities, while the northern regions and highlands recorded lower temperatures, indicating variations in weather conditions depending on the geographical nature of each area.

List of maximum temperatures in the cities of the Kingdom

According to official data issued by the center, the maximum temperatures recorded today were as follows:

• Eastern Province: Dammam recorded 27 degrees Celsius, Al-Ahsa 29 degrees, Hafr Al-Batin 29 degrees, while Al-Dahna Desert recorded 27 degrees and Al-Saman 28 degrees Celsius.
• Western and coastal region: The temperature reached 32 degrees Celsius in Mecca, 31 degrees in Jeddah, 30 degrees in Medina, 30 degrees in Yanbu, and 30 degrees in Al Qunfudhah.
• Central Region: The capital Riyadh recorded 29 degrees Celsius, Al-Kharj 29 degrees, Al-Majma’ah 28 degrees, Al-Dawadmi 27 degrees, and Wadi Al-Dawasir 29 degrees Celsius.
• Northern regions: witnessed a significant decrease, with Tarif recording 16 degrees Celsius, Al Qurayyat 17 degrees, Arar 18 degrees, Sakaka 19 degrees, Rafha 20 degrees, and Tabuk 21 degrees Celsius.
• Highlands and southern regions: Al-Soudah recorded the lowest maximum temperature at 15 degrees Celsius, Abha 22 degrees, Al-Baha 20 degrees, Taif 23 degrees, while Jazan recorded 29 degrees, Najran 28 degrees, and Bisha 31 degrees Celsius.

Geographical diversity and its impact on the climate in Saudi Arabia

Today's readings clearly demonstrate the continental nature of Saudi Arabia's climate, highlighting the stark contrast between the humid, moderately warm coastal areas and the cooler northern and mountainous regions. This disparity, with temperatures ranging from over 15 degrees Celsius between Tarif (16 degrees) and Mecca (32 degrees) at the same time, reflects the Kingdom's vast size and diverse topography, encompassing expansive deserts, towering mountains, and long coastlines.

The role of the National Center for Meteorology and the importance of data

The National Center of Meteorology plays a pivotal role in accurately monitoring and tracking weather conditions, utilizing the latest technologies, advanced monitoring equipment, and sophisticated radars. This data is of paramount importance not only for understanding daily weather patterns but also for serving numerous vital sectors. Economically, the agriculture, tourism, and transportation sectors rely heavily on these forecasts to plan their operations and mitigate potential risks.

On the social and health level, these publications help citizens and residents to take the necessary measures, such as choosing appropriate clothing and avoiding direct exposure to sunlight in hot areas, or taking precautions in cold areas, which contributes to maintaining public health and traffic safety on the highways that connect these climatically diverse regions.