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Medina weather by month and the best time to visit

Updated October 2026Sources
Nov–MarBest time to visit

When to go to Medina

Nov–Mar is mild (15–28 °C); Apr–Oct is hot, up to 45 °C. Ramadan (about Feb–Mar 2027) and Hajj season are the busiest.

Medina weather by month

Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.

PleasantHotRainyCool or coldBest months
5°15°25°35°45°JFMAMJJASOND
Average highAverage lowRainfall

Monthly averages

MonthHighLowRainHumidityConditions
January25°C77°F9°C48°F4 mm42%Pleasant
February28°C83°F11°C52°F1 mm37%Pleasant
March32°C90°F14°C58°F1 mm28%Pleasant
April36°C97°F19°C66°F2 mm24%Very hot
May41°C105°F23°C74°F1 mm18%Very hot
June44°C111°F26°C78°F0 mm14%Very hot
July44°C111°F26°C80°F0 mm18%Very hot
August45°C112°F27°C81°F3 mm20%Very hot
September43°C109°F26°C79°F0 mm17%Very hot
October38°C100°F22°C72°F1 mm23%Very hot
November31°C88°F16°C61°F6 mm37%Pleasant
December27°C80°F12°C53°F3 mm42%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 Medina?

Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is mild (15–28 °C); Apr–Oct is hot, up to 45 °C. Ramadan (about Feb–Mar 2027) and Hajj season are the busiest.

When is the rainy season in Medina?

Rain peaks in November with about 6 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.

What is the hottest month in Medina?

August, with average highs of 45°C (112°F).

How cold does Medina get?

The coolest nights are in January, averaging 9°C (48°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 1.2°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.