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Mecca weather by month and the best time to visit

Updated October 2026Sources
Nov–FebBest time to visit

When to go to Mecca

Winter is milder (25–33 °C); summer is 40–46 °C. Ramadan (about Feb–Mar 2027) and Hajj (about May 2027) are the most crowded and expensive.

Mecca weather by month

Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.

PleasantHotRainyCool or coldBest months
15°20°25°30°35°40°45°JFMAMJJASOND
Average highAverage lowRainfall

Monthly averages

MonthHighLowRainHumidityConditions
January29°C85°F16°C61°F6 mm49%Pleasant
February32°C89°F18°C64°F1 mm43%Pleasant
March35°C94°F20°C68°F1 mm35%Hot
April38°C100°F24°C75°F7 mm31%Very hot
May42°C107°F27°C81°F4 mm23%Very hot
June44°C112°F29°C83°F2 mm17%Very hot
July43°C109°F29°C84°F1 mm23%Very hot
August43°C109°F29°C84°F0 mm29%Very hot
September43°C109°F28°C83°F1 mm26%Very hot
October39°C102°F25°C78°F3 mm31%Very hot
November34°C93°F21°C70°F9 mm45%Hot
December31°C87°F18°C65°F4 mm50%Pleasant

Best months across Saudi Arabia

PlaceBest monthsWarmest month
MeccaNov–FebJun (44°C)
RiyadhNov–MarJul (44°C)
JeddahNov–MarJun (42°C)
MedinaNov–MarAug (45°C)
AlUlaNov–MarAug (43°C)
DammamNov–MarJul (42°C)
AbhaApr–Jun, Sep–OctJun (30°C)

Quick answers

What is the best month to visit Mecca?

Nov–Feb. Winter is milder (25–33 °C); summer is 40–46 °C. Ramadan (about Feb–Mar 2027) and Hajj (about May 2027) are the most crowded and expensive.

When is the rainy season in Mecca?

Rain peaks in November with about 9 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.

What is the hottest month in Mecca?

June, with average highs of 44°C (112°F).

How cold does Mecca get?

The coolest nights are in January, averaging 16°C (61°F).

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Sources

Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.7°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.