On Wednesday, August 21, Madinah recorded a blistering 47°C, making it the hottest city in Saudi Arabia for the day.

Al-Qaisumah and Yanbu followed with temperatures of 46°C, while Al-Ula reached 45°C.

The extreme heat garnered significant attention on social media, with the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) confirming the high temperatures. However, the heat wasn’t the only concern. Madinah also experienced severe weather, including torrential rain, strong winds, and hail, adding to the intensity of the day.

There was also heavy rain and wind in Madinah!

@ilovemadina.live It is raining in Madinah right now💕♥️❤️ #makkahmadinah🕋 #rain #madinah #now #ilovemadina❤❤🕋🕋🕋 ♬ original sound – I Love Madina

In addition to the heat and storms, the NCM has issued warnings for heavy rain and thunderstorms expected to affect Jazan, Asir, Al-Baha, Makkah, and Madinah. Residents in these areas should remain vigilant and prepared for changing conditions.

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Madinah’s weather highlights how extreme heat can be accompanied by a range of other weather challenges, demonstrating the unpredictability of climate patterns.