The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia issued its daily weather report, revealing a significant variation in maximum temperatures recorded on Friday across the Kingdom's cities and provinces. Dammam, located on the Arabian Gulf coast, recorded a temperature of 27 degrees Celsius, while temperatures in other parts of the country ranged from 12 degrees in Tarif in the north to 33 degrees in Sharurah in the south, reflecting the Kingdom's wide climatic and geographical diversity.
Background on climate diversity in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia boasts a vast geographical area with diverse terrain, ranging from the Red Sea and Arabian Gulf coastlines to the expansive deserts of the Empty Quarter and the Nafud Desert, and reaching the mountainous highlands of the southwest. This geographical diversity is the primary reason behind the significant temperature variations recorded on the same day. While coastal areas like Jeddah and Dammam enjoy relatively more humid and temperate weather during this time of year, inland areas such as Riyadh experience a dry desert climate, while higher elevations like Abha and Taif are characterized by cooler temperatures.
The importance and impact of weather reports
The National Center of Meteorology's reports play a vital role in the daily lives of citizens and residents, helping them plan their activities and choose appropriate clothing. These reports also have significant economic importance, as vital sectors such as agriculture rely on them to determine irrigation and harvesting schedules, aviation to ensure the safety of air navigation, and the construction and projects sector, which is directly affected by weather conditions. Early warnings of weather phenomena such as sandstorms or heavy rains contribute to protecting lives and property.
List of maximum temperatures in the cities of the Kingdom:
- Sharurah: 33 degrees Celsius
- Najran: 32 degrees Celsius
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 31 degrees Celsius
- Bisha: 31 degrees Celsius
- Jazan: 30 degrees Celsius
- Al Qunfudhah: 30 degrees Celsius
- Mecca: 29 degrees Celsius
- Riyadh: 29 degrees Celsius
- Yanbu: 29 degrees Celsius
- Al-Ahsa: 29 degrees Celsius
- Al-Kharj: 29 degrees Celsius
- Jeddah: 28 degrees Celsius
- Dammam: 27 degrees Celsius
- Medina: 27 degrees Celsius
- Hafar Al-Batin: 27 degrees Celsius
- Buraidah: 25 degrees Celsius
- Al-Ula: 24 degrees Celsius
- Taif: 22 degrees Celsius
- Abha: 20 degrees Celsius
- Courtyard: 19 degrees Celsius
- Hail: 18 degrees Celsius
- Tabuk: 17 degrees Celsius
- Sakaka: 16 degrees Celsius
- Arar: 15 degrees Celsius
- Al Qurayyat: 14 degrees Celsius
- Tarif: 12 degrees Celsius
This report clearly shows how the Kingdom’s residents can experience completely different weather conditions in a single day, making it essential for everyone to follow the National Center for Meteorology’s updates.
