The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia issued its daily weather report, revealing the expected maximum temperatures for Friday across the Kingdom's various cities and provinces. The report showed a significant variation in temperatures between regions, reflecting the country's diverse geography and climate. The city of Dammam, located on the Arabian Gulf coast, recorded a maximum temperature of 29 degrees Celsius, while the capital, Riyadh, recorded 28 degrees Celsius.
The climatic context and diverse terrain of the Kingdom
Saudi Arabia is a vast country with diverse terrain, stretching from the humid coasts of the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf to the arid deserts of the Empty Quarter and the Great Nafud, and reaching the cold mountain highlands of the Asir region. This geographical diversity is the primary reason for the significant temperature variations recorded on a single day. While coastal areas like Jeddah and Dammam enjoy more moderate and humid weather, inland areas like Riyadh experience greater temperature fluctuations between day and night. The southwestern highlands, such as Abha, are characterized by mild summers and cold winters, as clearly demonstrated in the report, where Abha recorded a temperature of only 23 degrees Celsius.
The importance of weather reports and their impact on daily life
The National Center for Meteorology's reports play a vital role in the lives of citizens and residents, as many rely on them to plan their daily activities. For the holy cities of Mecca and Medina, which recorded temperatures of 32 degrees Celsius, this information is crucial for pilgrims and visitors to take necessary precautions and protect themselves from heat stress. Economically, vital sectors such as agriculture, transportation, and construction are directly affected by weather conditions. This data helps farmers manage irrigation, contributes to ensuring the safety of air and sea navigation, and assists construction companies in scheduling their work according to weather conditions.
A detailed list of the highest temperatures recorded:
- Yanbu: 33 degrees Celsius
- Mecca: 32 degrees Celsius
- Medina: 32 degrees Celsius
- Jeddah: 31 degrees Celsius
- Jazan: 30 degrees Celsius
- Al Qunfudhah: 30 degrees Celsius
- Al-Ahsa: 30 degrees Celsius
- Dammam: 29 degrees Celsius
- Riyadh: 28 degrees Celsius
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 28 degrees Celsius
- Sharurah: 28 degrees Celsius
- Rawdat Al-Tanhat: 28 degrees Celsius
- Al-Dahna desert: 28 degrees Celsius
- Al-Saman: 28 degrees Celsius
- Taif: 27 degrees Celsius
- Al-Dawadmi: 27 degrees Celsius
- Al-Kharj: 27 degrees Celsius
- Face: 27 degrees Celsius
- Hafar Al-Batin: 27 degrees Celsius
- Bisha: 27 degrees Celsius
- Tabuk: 26 degrees Celsius
- Al-Ula: 26 degrees Celsius
- Buraidah: 25 degrees Celsius
- Najran: 25 degrees Celsius
- Combined: 25 degrees Celsius
- Abha: 23 degrees Celsius
- Hail: 22 degrees Celsius
- Courtyard: 22 degrees Celsius
- Rafha: 22 degrees Celsius
- Sakaka: 20 degrees Celsius
- Al Qurayyat: 20 degrees Celsius
- Arar: 19 degrees Celsius
- Tarif: 19 degrees Celsius
- Al-Sawda: 18 degrees Celsius
The National Center of Meteorology continues to monitor the weather and provide regular updates, urging everyone to follow its official reports for the latest information and weather alerts.
