The National Center for Meteorology in Saudi Arabia announced on Monday details of the maximum temperatures recorded in various regions and cities across the Kingdom. The data showed a significant variation in weather conditions between coastal, central, and mountainous areas. Dammam recorded 22 degrees Celsius, while Mecca and Jeddah topped the list with temperatures exceeding 30 degrees.
Statement of maximum temperatures in the cities of the Kingdom
According to the report issued by the center, the maximum temperatures recorded today were as follows:
- Dammam: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Mecca: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Jeddah: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Medina: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Riyadh: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Yanbu: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qunfudhah: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Jazan: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Face: 26 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ula: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Sharurah: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Bisha: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Tabuk: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Najran: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Taif: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dawadmi: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Rawdat Al-Tanhat: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Hail: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ahsa: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dahna desert: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Sakaka: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Kharj: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Combined: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Rafha: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Hafar Al-Batin: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Guarantee: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Abha: 20 degrees Celsius.
- Arar: 20 degrees Celsius.
- The courtyard: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qurayyat: 18 degrees Celsius.
- Tarif: 17 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Sawda: 14 degrees Celsius (the lowest recorded).
Climatic and geographical diversity in the Kingdom
This report reflects the great geographical diversity of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, which directly affects the overall climate. While coastal areas such as Jeddah, Mecca, and Yanbu experience relatively high temperatures due to humidity and the influence of the Red Sea, northern regions and highlands such as As-Soudah (14 degrees) and Tarif (17 degrees) record noticeably lower temperatures, highlighting the mountainous and desert nature that contributes to cooling the atmosphere, especially during the transitional periods between seasons.
The importance of the National Center for Meteorology's reports
The daily reports issued by the National Center for Meteorology play a vital role in the lives of citizens and residents. This accurate data helps in planning daily activities and traveling on highways connecting distant cities. This information is also a cornerstone for various economic sectors, such as agriculture, transportation, and tourism. Farmers in regions like Al-Ahsa and Al-Qassim, and event organizers in Riyadh and Jeddah, rely on these forecasts to ensure their operations run efficiently and safely.
The impact of weather conditions on daily life
With moderate temperatures in Riyadh and the Eastern Province (around 22 degrees Celsius), these areas are experiencing ideal weather for outdoor activities and picnics, which is popular among many residents at this time of year. In contrast, the lower temperatures in the northern regions and southern highlands necessitate taking precautions and wearing appropriate clothing, highlighting the importance of regularly checking weather forecasts to ensure everyone's safety and comfort.
