The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia has released details of the expected weather conditions for today, Friday, in an official statement outlining the maximum and minimum temperatures, as well as potential weather phenomena across the Kingdom's cities and provinces. This report is part of the Center's ongoing daily monitoring to keep citizens and residents informed of the latest weather developments.
Temperature variations and weather phenomena
The data in the weather report showed a significant variation in temperatures across different regions, reflecting the Kingdom's considerable geographical and climatic diversity. While Mecca recorded the highest maximum temperature at 31 degrees Celsius, the northern regions experienced a noticeable drop, with Tarif recording the lowest minimum temperature at only 4 degrees Celsius, along with forecasts of light rain in Qurayyat and Tarif.
As for the capital, Riyadh, it is expected to record a high of 26 degrees Celsius and a low of 12 degrees Celsius with clear weather, while the Eastern Province, specifically Dammam, will experience warm weather during the day with a high of 25 degrees Celsius, with dust particles that may relatively affect horizontal visibility.
The role of the National Center for Meteorology and the importance of monitoring
The National Center for Meteorology is the official body authorized to issue weather forecasts and early warnings in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The center relies on a sophisticated network of radars, weather stations, and satellites for its reports, ensuring high accuracy in forecasts. These reports are of paramount importance not only to individuals for planning their daily activities but also to vital sectors such as aviation, agriculture, and land and sea transport, as they help in taking the necessary precautions to avoid the risks of weather fluctuations.
Detailed table of temperatures and weather phenomena
Below is a detailed table of maximum and minimum temperatures, humidity levels, and expected weather phenomena in the Kingdom's major cities for today:
| City | Great | The minor | Humidity % | weather phenomenon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mecca | 31 | 19 | 55 | Sober |
| AL Madinah AL Munawwarah | 27 | 12 | 40 | Clear to partly cloudy |
| Riyadh | 26 | 12 | 60 | Sober |
| Dammam | 25 | 13 | 85 | Plankton |
| grandmother | 30 | 20 | 60 | Sober |
| Abha | 21 | 7 | 90 | Partly cloudy / fog |
| Hail | 20 | 9 | 40 | Sober |
| Buraydah | 23 | 10 | 75 | Sober |
| Tabuk | 20 | 8 | 90 | Partly cloudy / fog |
| The courtyard | 19 | 8 | 65 | Sober |
| Juniper | 17 | 7 | 80 | Partly cloudy / brisk winds |
| Sakaka | 18 | 6 | 85 | overcast |
| Jazan | 30 | 23 | 90 | Partly cloudy / fog |
| Najran | 25 | 9 | 50 | Sober |
| Taif | 24 | 10 | 60 | Sober |
| Al-Ula | 24 | 9 | 65 | Clear to partly cloudy |
| Yanbu | 29 | 15 | 85 | Active winds |
| Dawadmi | 24 | 11 | 40 | Sober |
| Al-Kharj | 26 | 12 | 50 | Sober |
| Wadi Al-Dawasir | 27 | 10 | 50 | Sober |
| Sharurah | 26 | 12 | 35 | Sober |
| The complex | 24 | 9 | 60 | Sober |
| face | 25 | 15 | 90 | Active winds |
| Rafha | 20 | 9 | 65 | Sober |
| Al Qurayyat | 16 | 7 | 95 | light rain |
| Funny | 12 | 4 | 95 | light rain |
| Al Qunfudhah | 30 | 20 | 85 | Plankton |
| Al-Ahsa | 26 | 12 | 60 | Sober |
| Hafr Al-Batin | 24 | 9 | 75 | Sober |
| Bisha | 28 | 11 | 45 | Sober |
| Al-Sawda | 16 | 4 | 90 | Partly cloudy / fog |
| Rawdat Al-Tanhat | 25 | 11 | 75 | Sober |
| Al-Dahna desert | 25 | 11 | 75 | Sober |
| Al-Saman | 24 | 10 | 75 | Sober |
Forecasts indicate relative stability in most central and western regions, while the southwestern highlands (such as Abha and Al-Soudah) and northern regions (such as Tabuk) are affected by fog and partial cloud phenomena, which calls for caution while driving in the early morning and late night hours.
