the temperature details , with Dammam recording 28 degrees Celsius. This statement comes as part of the ongoing monitoring of weather and climate conditions across the Kingdom on Tuesday, reflecting the commitment of the relevant authorities to providing accurate information to citizens and residents to ensure their safety and facilitate their daily commutes.
Temperature variations in Saudi Arabia and their geographical impact
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is characterized by its vast geographical area and diverse topography, resulting in significant temperature across its regions. Historically, the Arabian Peninsula has been known for its unique climatic diversity, ranging from the arid desert climate of the central regions to the temperate or humid coastal climate along the Red Sea and the Arabian Gulf, and finally to the cold mountain climate of the southwestern highlands. This geographical diversity makes monitoring weather forecasts crucial, as conditions can vary drastically between cities on the same day, necessitating continuous climate awareness.
List of maximum temperatures recorded today
According to the official report issued, the maximum temperatures in some cities and governorates of the Kingdom were as follows:
- Dammam: 28 degrees Celsius.
- Mecca: 36 degrees Celsius.
- Medina: 33 degrees Celsius.
- Riyadh: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Jeddah: 32 degrees Celsius.
- Abha: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Hail: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Buraidah: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Tabuk: 26 degrees Celsius.
- The courtyard: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Arar: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Sakaka: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Jazan: 32 degrees Celsius.
- Najran: 34 degrees Celsius.
- Taif: 28 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ula: 31 degrees Celsius.
- Yanbu: 32 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dawadmi: 29 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Kharj: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Wadi Al-Dawasir: 37 degrees Celsius.
- Sharurah: 36 degrees Celsius.
- Combined: 25 degrees Celsius.
- Face: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Rafha: 23 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qurayyat: 22 degrees Celsius.
- Tarif: 21 degrees Celsius.
- Al Qunfudhah: 34 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Ahsa: 30 degrees Celsius.
- Hafar Al-Batin: 24 degrees Celsius.
- Bisha: 33 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Sawda: 19 degrees Celsius.
- Rawdat Al-Tanhat: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Dahna desert: 27 degrees Celsius.
- Al-Saman: 27 degrees Celsius.
The strategic importance of monitoring weather and climate conditions
Monitoring temperatures is not only important for understanding daily weather patterns, but also has far-reaching implications. Locally, this data plays a vital role in regulating citizens' daily lives and guiding crucial sectors like agriculture, which is heavily dependent on temperature and rainfall patterns. These changes also directly impact domestic tourism, as many prefer cooler areas like Al-Soudah, which recorded 19 degrees Celsius, to escape the warmer weather in other regions, such as Wadi Al-Dawasir, which reached 37 degrees Celsius.
At the regional and international levels, the Kingdom's accurate climate data contributes to supporting global meteorological networks and helps in forecasting weather systems affecting the Middle East and the Arabian Gulf region. These integrated efforts enhance preparedness for any potential weather fluctuations, reflecting the Kingdom's leading role in environmental and climate monitoring, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals and Vision 2030.
