Kingdom’s Weather for Thursday
On November 30, 2023, Saudi Arabia’s weather is expected to remain clear. The temperature is predicted to range from 54 °F at its lowest to 80 °F at its highest.
The wind speed of around 5 mph blowing from the northeast. In Jeddah, temperatures may reach as high as 84 °F, while Turaif could experience lows around 55 °F. Wind speeds might peak at 14 mph in Ad Dawadmi.
Geographical Influence on Climate
Saudi Arabia’s vast and varied geography significantly influences its climate. The country is predominantly desert, with some mountainous areas and plains.
It is the largest country on the Arabian Peninsula, bordered by the Persian Gulf and the Red Sea. Less than 7% of its area is suitable for cultivation, illustrating the extreme aridity of the region.
Regional Weather Variations
Makkah : This city experiences minimal rainfall, averaging only 110 mm annually. The sun shines for about 3,400 hours a year, but occasional cloud banks from Africa can appear in summer.
Jizan: Located in the southernmost part, Jizan experiences warmer winters and less hot summers due to southwest winds. Humidity often makes the heat feel more intense.
Eastern Coast: The climate here is sunny and desert-like, with milder winters than the Red Sea coast and less humid summers.
Northern Saudi Arabia: This region is part of the Syrian desert and has a desert continental climate, with relatively cold winters and hot summers.
Western Saudi Arabia (Hejaz): This region is known for its mountain ranges parallel to the Red Sea coast.
It has a desert climate with no summer rainfall, though winter rains and even snowfalls at higher altitudes are possible.
Abha: In the Asir National Park, temperatures range from 57 °F in January to 76 °F in July. The rainiest season is spring, with occasional summer rains.
Topographical Features
Saudi Arabia’s topography includes a coastal plain rising to mountains in the south, and a central plateau extending to the Jabal Tuwayq.
There are three major deserts: An Nafud in the north, Ad-Dahna, and Rub’ al Khali in the south.
Environmental Considerations
Saudi Arabia faces several environmental challenges, including desertification, groundwater depletion, and coastal pollution from oil spills. These factors also impact the climate and weather patterns across the country.
Expected temperatures
City High Low
Riyadh 35 c 20 c
Jeddah 31 c 24 c
Medina 37 c 19 c
Makkah 39 c 21 c
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