Weather in Riyadh
What's the weather like in Riyadh?
Riyadh has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and low overall rainfall. Average daytime highs range from 21°C (69°F) in January to 43°C (110°F) in July, with overnight lows around 9°C (47°F) and 30°C (85°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Riyadh are January through February, and November through December.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
- Region
- Middle East
- Time zone
- Asia/Riyadh
- Coordinates
- 24.714, 46.675
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C / 69°F | 9°C / 47°F | 15 mm | 4 | — |
| February | 23°C / 74°F | 11°C / 51°F | 12 mm | 5 | — |
| March | 29°C / 84°F | 16°C / 60°F | 10 mm | 6 | — |
| April | 33°C / 92°F | 20°C / 68°F | 10 mm | 7 | — |
| May | 39°C / 102°F | 25°C / 78°F | 2 mm | 3 | — |
| June | 42°C / 108°F | 28°C / 82°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| July | 43°C / 110°F | 30°C / 85°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| August | 43°C / 109°F | 29°C / 84°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| September | 40°C / 104°F | 26°C / 78°F | 0 mm | 0 | — |
| October | 35°C / 94°F | 21°C / 70°F | 1 mm | 0 | — |
| November | 27°C / 80°F | 15°C / 60°F | 15 mm | 5 | — |
| December | 22°C / 72°F | 10°C / 50°F | 11 mm | 3 | — |
Riyadh by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Riyadh?
The most comfortable months in Riyadh are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Riyadh?
July is typically the hottest month in Riyadh, averaging a high of 43°C (110°F).
What is the coldest month in Riyadh?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around 9°C (47°F).
Does it snow in Riyadh?
Snow is rare in Riyadh; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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