The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia released its detailed daily report on Monday regarding the maximum temperatures recorded across the Kingdom's various regions and cities. This report is part of the ongoing monitoring of weather conditions, which exhibit significant variations between coastal, central, and northern regions, reflecting the Kingdom's considerable geographical and climatic diversity.
List of maximum temperatures in Saudi cities
Official data showed varying temperatures, with holy sites and western coastal cities recording the highest levels, while northern regions experienced a noticeable drop. The full list of maximum temperatures recorded today is as follows:
- Dammam: 17 degrees Celsius.
- Mecca: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Medina: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Riyadh: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Jeddah: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Abha: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Hail: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 17 degrees Celsius.
- Tabuk: 22 degrees Celsius.
- The courtyard: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Arar: 13 degrees Celsius.
- Sakaka: 16 degrees Celsius.
- Jazan: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Najran: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Taif: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ula: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Yanbu: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Dawadmi: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Kharj: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Sharurah: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Combined: 16 degrees Celsius.
- Face: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Rafha: 13 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qurayyat: 17 degrees Celsius.
- Tarif: 15 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qunfudhah: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ahsa: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Hafar Al-Batin: 14 degrees Celsius.
- Bisha: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Sawda: 14 degrees Celsius.
- Rawdat Al-Tanhat: 16 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dahna desert: 16 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Saman: 16 degrees Celsius.
An analytical reading of the climate situation in the Kingdom
Looking at the recorded figures, we notice a significant difference between the lowest maximum temperatures recorded in northern regions such as Arar and Rafha (13°C) and Hafr Al-Batin (14°C), and those in western and coastal areas such as Mecca, Jeddah, and Yanbu, which recorded 31°C. This variation is a key characteristic of Saudi Arabia's climate at this time of year, as the northern, central, and eastern regions are affected by cold air masses coming from the north, leading to a noticeable drop in temperatures. This explains why Dammam recorded only 17°C and Riyadh only 18°C.
In contrast, the coastal areas of the Red Sea, especially Mecca and Jeddah, maintain relatively warm to hot temperatures due to the influence of the water bodies and the Hijaz mountain range, which may act as a barrier to some cold air currents, making them a favorite destination for visitors during the winter and spring.
The importance of following weather reports
These daily reports issued by the National Center for Meteorology are of paramount importance, both locally and in terms of public services. Economically and agriculturally, farmers in regions such as Qassim (Buraidah 17 degrees), Hail (18 degrees), and Al-Jawf (Sakaka 16 degrees) rely on this data to determine irrigation schedules and protect crops from potential frost or sudden weather changes.
This data also plays a vital role in the transportation sector, as forecasts of temperatures and associated wind activity or reduced horizontal visibility help warn motorists on highways, especially those connecting open areas such as the Riyadh-Dammam highway or northern roads. The National Center of Meteorology and Environmental Protection consistently urges citizens and residents to follow its official bulletins to ensure public safety and avoid any risks that may arise from weather fluctuations.
