The National Center for Meteorology issued its daily weather report, revealing a noticeable variation in maximum temperatures recorded across different cities and regions of Saudi Arabia. The city of Dammam, located on the Arabian Gulf coast, recorded a moderate temperature of 22 degrees Celsius, while the capital, Riyadh, recorded 24 degrees Celsius, reflecting relatively warm winter weather in the central and eastern regions.
General context and climatic diversity in the Kingdom
This significant temperature variation is due to the Kingdom's vast geographical area and uniquely diverse topography. While coastal cities like Jeddah and Al Qunfudhah on the Red Sea enjoy warmer temperatures reaching 30°C, the southwestern highlands experience cooler weather. Abha recorded a low of 20°C, and As Sawda reached only 15°C, making it one of the coldest regions in the report. Northern areas, such as Tarif and Al Qurayyat, recorded the lowest temperatures at 14°C and 16°C respectively, reflecting their cold continental desert climate in winter.
The importance and impact of weather reports
Reports issued by the National Center for Meteorology play a vital role in the lives of citizens and residents, helping them plan their daily activities and travel safely. Economically, crucial sectors such as agriculture, aviation, maritime navigation, and construction rely directly on the accuracy of these forecasts. For example, moderate temperatures in cities like Riyadh and Dammam allow for the continuation of outdoor activities and construction projects, and encourage domestic tourism, which has become a key pillar of the Kingdom's Vision 2030. Conversely, low temperatures in the north and highlands require special preparations from residents and farmers to protect crops from potential frost.
List of maximum temperatures in the cities of the Kingdom:
- Mecca: 31 degrees Celsius
- Jeddah: 30 degrees Celsius
- Al Qunfudhah: 30 degrees Celsius
- Yanbu: 29 degrees Celsius
- Bisha: 29 degrees Celsius
- Medina: 28 degrees Celsius
- Jazan: 28 degrees Celsius
- Sharurah: 28 degrees Celsius
- Najran: 27 degrees Celsius
- Buraidah: 26 degrees Celsius
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 26 degrees Celsius
- Hafar Al-Batin: 25 degrees Celsius
- Face: 25 degrees Celsius
- Riyadh: 24 degrees Celsius
- Al-Ula: 24 degrees Celsius
- Al-Dawadmi: 24 degrees Celsius
- Al-Kharj: 24 degrees Celsius
- Combined: 24 degrees Celsius
- Al-Ahsa: 23 degrees Celsius
- Dammam: 22 degrees Celsius
- Taif: 22 degrees Celsius
- Hail: 21 degrees Celsius
- Abha: 20 degrees Celsius
- Tabuk: 19 degrees Celsius
- Courtyard: 19 degrees Celsius
- Rafha: 19 degrees Celsius
- Sakaka: 18 degrees Celsius
- Arar: 17 degrees Celsius
- Al Qurayyat: 16 degrees Celsius
- Al-Sawda: 15 degrees Celsius
- Tarif: 14 degrees Celsius
