Kingdom’s Weather for Saturday
The weather in Kingdom, is expected to be sunny on December 2, with a high of 82°F and a low of 57°F. The wind speed will be around 7 mph.
Understanding Saudi Arabia’s Climate
Saudi Arabia’s climate is primarily desert, characterized by high daytime temperatures and cooler nights. However, variations exist across different regions:
Desert Climate Dominance: The vast majority of the country experiences extreme heat during the day and significant drops in temperature at night.
Southwest Variation: This region deviates from the typical desert climate, featuring subtropical highland and semi-arid climates.
Coastal Differences: Along the western and eastern coasts, the climate remains desert-like, with mild winters and very hot summers. The Red Sea coast tends to be sultrier, while the Persian Gulf coast is drier and less humid.
Regional Weather Patterns
Saudi Arabia’s diverse geography leads to varied weather patterns:
Desert Regions: These areas, including the Syrian Desert, experience typical desert conditions with scarce rainfall and extreme temperatures.
The Najd Plateau: Covering a significant part of the Arabian Peninsula, this region has a uniform climate with mild winters and very hot summers.
The northern parts are generally colder than the southern regions during winter.
Rainfall Concentration: Rainfall in Saudi Arabia is rare, typically concentrated from November to April. Some mountainous areas in the southwest receive rain from June to September.
Saudi Arabia’s weather is greatly influenced by its desert landscape, leading to hot days and cool nights. The country’s geographical diversity adds nuances to this general pattern, with coastal and mountainous areas presenting slightly different climatic conditions.
Understanding these variations is crucial for both residents and visitors to plan accordingly.
Expected temperatures
City High Low
Riyadh 27 c 16 c
Jeddah 26 c 26 c
Medina 30 c 18 c
Makkah 31 c 25 c
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