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Kingdom’s Weather for Saturday

The weather across Saudi Arabia on November 25, 2023, is expected to be dry and warm in various major cities.

In Riyadh, the capital, it would partly be with sunny skies and temperatures around 81 °F. The wind would blow at 15 mph from the northwest.

The weather in Jeddah will be warmer at 88 °F, while Hafar Al-Batin will experience a cooler 57 °F. Across 20 locations, weather conditions range from clear skies in Hofuf (70 °F) to sunny in Makkah (88 °F), showcasing the regional variability​​.

General Climate

Saudi Arabia’s climate is predominantly desert-like, characterized by high daytime temperatures and cooler nights.

However, the southwestern region breaks this pattern with a subtropical highland climate and semi-arid conditions. These variations contribute to the diverse weather patterns observed across the country​​.

Geography, Its Impact on Climate

The Kingdom’s vast desert terrain is interspersed with some mountainous areas and plains. This geographic diversity plays a significant role in the country’s weather phenomena, including the prevalent haze and dust storms.

Water Resources, Environmental Challenges

Historically, Saudi Arabia had lakes and deep waterholes fed by non-renewable underground aquifers. However, heavy usage for agricultural and domestic purposes has depleted these freshwater sources.

Consequently, the country now heavily relies on desalinated seawater and scarce surface water. Despite these efforts, the Kingdom faces significant environmental challenges such as desertification and the depletion of groundwater resources​​​​.

In brief, Saudi Arabia’s weather tomorrow reflects its diverse climates, shaped by its vast desert, unique topography, and location on the Arabian Peninsula.  Its geography, with flat deserts, steep cliffs, and long coastlines, is vital to its economy and environment.

Expected temperatures

 

City                       High               Low

 

Riyadh                 26  c                18 c

 

Jeddah                31 c                 26 c

 

Medina                32 c                29 c

 

Makkah              35 c                 29 c

 

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