The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has announced that the summer season in Saudi Arabia will officially begin on Saturday, June 1, 2024. "Next Saturday will mark the start of the summer season across the Kingdom's governorates and regions," the center stated.

Safety Measures for Outdoor Workers:

. Hussein Al-Qahtani, NCM spokesman, emphasized continuous coordination among relevant authorities to ensure the safety of outdoor workers during the summer season.
. Authorities are focused on implementing preventive and precautionary measures to protect workers from high temperatures.

Weather Predictions:

. Initial indicators suggest extremely hot conditions during the upcoming summer season.
. Eastern and central regions will experience significant temperature rises.
. Summer resort destinations in the Kingdom are expected to see higher-than-average rainfall.
. Recent weather fluctuations include rain and sandstorms in various regions.

Technological Readiness:

. NCM is equipped with modern capabilities and equipment to perform its duties during summer.
. Utilizes the latest technologies and meteorological programs, including:
. Weather radars and satellite images
. The Saudi numerical model
. Manned observatories and mobile automatic stations operating 24/7 to ensure accurate forecasts.