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High Temperature Alert Issued for Riyadh
An automatic weather alert has been issued for Riyadh as maximum temperatures are forecast to reach 40.8°C.
Wweather1.com forecast data indicates that high heat conditions are expected in Riyadh on September 26, 2026.
The forecasted maximum temperature of 40.8°C has crossed the established high heat threshold of 40°C for the area.
Residents and visitors in Riyadh are advised to take appropriate precautions during the high temperature event.
Why it is dangerous and what to do
⚠️ Safety
• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
• Limit direct sun exposure during peak afternoon hours.
• Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing.
📊 The numbers, from wweather1 data
Riyadh: now +32°, Overcast.
That is 2° above the October climate norm.
The record for this date is +38° (2024).
Three-day forecast: 13 October: +36°/+26° · 14 October: +37°/+27° · 15 October: +37°/+26°
The figures are computed automatically from the Open-Meteo/ERA5 archive — no eyeball estimates. 🌍 Weather in nearby cities
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now
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+32°
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+32°
Mecca
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📰 Data source: wweather1. Forecast and analysis — wweather1, based on Open-Meteo / met.no data.