Makkah, May 24 -- Temperatures in Arafat climbed to 45 degrees Celsius on Sunday, May 24, making it the hottest location among Makkah, the holy sites and Madinah as Saudi Arabia experiences intense summer conditions ahead of the Haj season 1447 AH/2026.

Makkah and Mina each recorded 44 degrees Celsius, while Madinah registered 42 degrees Celsius, according to local weather updates. The National Centre for Meteorology also issued warnings over rising temperatures in Riyadh, Qaisumah, Dammam, Yanbu and Buraidah.

The soaring temperatures have prompted authorities to maintain heightened weather monitoring and reinforce public safety measures for pilgrims and residents.

Open terrain intensifies heat in Arafat

Arafat's wide and exposed land...