Summer 2026 to Bring Higher Temperatures, Varying Rainfall across Saudi Arabia

 The National Center for Meteorology (NCM) said that climate forecasts for the summer of 2026, covering June, July, and August, indicate that average temperatures will be above normal across all regions of Saudi Arabia, while rainfall opportunities will vary between near-normal and below-normal levels in several regions.
 In its seasonal climate report, NCM noted that rainfall in June is expected to be near normal across all regions of the Kingdom. Forecasts for July indicate below-average rainfall in Jazan, Al-Baha, parts of Aseer, Makkah, Najran, and Eastern regions, while precipitation is expected to remain around normal levels in the rest of the Kingdom.
 Regarding temperatures, the center noted that June could see increases of up to 1.5 degrees Celsius above normal across Jazan, Al-Baha, parts of Makkah, Aseer, Madinah, Riyadh, Qassim, Hail, and Tabuk regions. During July and August, temperatures are expected to rise as much as 1.6 degrees Celsius above normal in Jazan, Al-Baha, and parts of Aseer and Makkah regions.
 NCM stressed the importance of following reports and updates issued through its official channels to support the preparedness of the operational and service sectors and enhance planning efficiency in addressing climatic changes during the summer season.