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on 22 Jul 2011
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During a heat wave, the humidity can be so oppressive you can't venture outdoors; so be prepared to experience a different kind of cabin fever, and learn how to open car doors and man steering wheels with pot holders.
The weather throughout Saudi Arabia varies considerable. However, I think expats living inland will have more difficulty managing with the extreme temperatures than those on the coast. While the tempreatures in Jeddah are fairly manageable humidity might be a problem.
Thankfully, pretty much all shopping malls and office complexes will have air conditioning so when your indoors the heat shouldn't effect you as much.
Take a look at our Weather and Climate in Saudi Arabia page for more information on what to expect.