Saudi Arabia's weather today: Temperature 5 degrees Celsius, rain and fog

The National Center for Meteorology issued its daily weather report for Friday, revealing significant variations in temperatures and weather patterns across the Kingdom. This report is part of the ongoing monitoring of weather conditions to ensure the safety of citizens and residents and to provide necessary guidance for dealing with weather fluctuations.

Details of temperatures and weather phenomena

According to the center's data, the Kingdom is experiencing a noticeable drop in minimum temperatures in some northern and highland regions. The cities of Hail and Al-Soudah the lowest temperature at 5 degrees Celsius , necessitating caution and the wearing of appropriate winter clothing in those areas. In contrast, Mecca maintains its relatively warm weather, recording the highest maximum temperature at 31 degrees Celsius, followed by Jeddah at 30 degrees, reflecting the Kingdom's significant climatic diversity.

As for the administrative capitals and major cities, Riyadh a high of 22 degrees Celsius and a low of 10 degrees Celsius with clear skies, while Dammam is recording a high of 21 degrees Celsius. Medina is experiencing mild weather during the day with a high of 26 degrees Celsius, dropping to a low of 11 degrees Celsius at night.

The geographical and climatic context of the Kingdom

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is characterized by its vast area, which gives it a unique topographical and climatic diversity. While dry desert weather prevails in the central and northern regions, the southwestern highlands (such as Abha, Al-Baha, and As-Soudah) enjoy a cool and humid mountain climate, often experiencing rainfall and dense fog, as confirmed by today's report forecasting rain and fog for Abha, Al-Baha, and As-Soudah.

This climatic variation plays an important role in shaping lifestyles and economic and tourism activities, as the cold and rainy regions attract visitors from all over the Kingdom, especially in the winter and spring seasons, to enjoy the stunning natural atmosphere.

The importance of the report and its expected impacts

The National Center of Meteorology's reports are of paramount importance at both the local and regional levels, as the accuracy of the forecasts contributes to:

• Road safety: Warnings about dust and fog (as expected in Dammam, Hail, and Tabuk) help drivers on highways to be cautious and avoid accidents.
• Agricultural sector: Knowing minimum temperatures helps farmers protect their crops from potential frost waves in northern regions.
• Civil preparedness: This data allows relevant authorities such as the Civil Defense to raise their readiness in areas where rainfall is expected, such as Arar, Sakaka, Al-Qurayyat and Tarif, which are expected to experience light rain.

Detailed table of temperatures and weather phenomena

The following is a detailed statement of the maximum and minimum temperatures, humidity levels, and expected weather phenomena in the cities of the Kingdom: