The National Center for Meteorology issues its weather forecast for the cities of the Kingdom
The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia issued its daily weather forecast for Saturday across the Kingdom's various regions and cities. The report indicated expected rainfall of varying intensity in parts of the Eastern and Central regions, along with surface winds stirring up dust and sand in some northern areas. The capital, Riyadh, recorded a high of 23 degrees Celsius, while Dammam reached 22 degrees Celsius. Mecca recorded 31 degrees Celsius and Medina 27 degrees Celsius.
General context: The role of the National Center for Meteorology
The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) is the official body responsible for monitoring weather phenomena and forecasting weather conditions in Saudi Arabia. Established as part of the Kingdom's Vision 2030 initiatives, the center aims to enhance the protection of the environment, lives, and property by providing accurate and reliable information. The center relies on a wide network of land and marine monitoring stations, as well as state-of-the-art satellite technologies and numerical models to analyze data and issue forecasts and early warnings, making it a cornerstone of the country's natural disaster and risk management system.
The importance and impact of weather forecasts
Weather reports are of paramount importance in a country with such diverse terrain and climate as Saudi Arabia. Accurate forecasts directly contribute to the safety of citizens and residents. Warnings of heavy rainfall, such as those expected in Riyadh and Dammam, help residents take precautions to avoid the dangers of flash floods and water accumulation. Economically, vital sectors like agriculture, aviation, maritime navigation, and construction rely heavily on this data to plan their daily operations. Furthermore, forecasts of wind and dust storms expected in Arar and Sakaka affect land and air transportation and public health, necessitating increased public awareness to encourage necessary preventative measures.
Detailed statement of temperatures and weather phenomena
The following table shows the maximum and minimum temperatures, humidity levels, and the most prominent weather phenomena expected in the various cities of the Kingdom for Saturday:
| City | Great | The minor | Humidity | weather phenomena |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mecca | 31 | 20 | 80 | Partly cloudy / Hazy |
| AL Madinah AL Munawwarah | 27 | 15 | 85 | Plankton |
| Riyadh | 23 | 13 | 85 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Dammam | 22 | 12 | 90 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| grandmother | 30 | 21 | 85 | Plankton |
| Abha | 18 | 8 | 85 | light rain |
| Hail | 22 | 9 | 75 | Active winds |
| Buraydah | 24 | 14 | 85 | Moderate to heavy rain |
| Tabuk | 25 | 10 | 45 | Clear to partly cloudy |
| The courtyard | 17 | 9 | 85 | light rain |
| Juniper | 23 | 9 | 55 | Active winds / Dust storms |
| Sakaka | 23 | 9 | 50 | Active winds / Dust storms |
| Jazan | 29 | 23 | 85 | Partly cloudy / Hazy |
| Najran | 28 | 12 | 55 | Partly cloudy / brisk winds |
| Taif | 22 | 10 | 95 | Rain/Fog |
