Riyadh, Feb. 16 -- Saudi Arabia's National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has issued its preliminary climate outlook for the holy month of Ramzan 1447 AH/2026, predicting above-average temperatures and below-normal rainfall across the Makkah and Madinah regions.

According to the centre, expected rainfall totals in both cities are projected to remain lower than seasonal averages throughout the holy month. The normal monthly rainfall stands at approximately 4.2 mm in Makkah and 4.3 mm in Madinah. Any precipitation recorded during Ramzan is likely to fall within the light rainfall category.

The forecast also indicates a slight rise in temperatures compared with historical averages. Maximum temperatures are expected to increase by around 1 de...