Capital city in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia
Riyadh weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Riyadh
Nov–Mar is mild, with cool evenings; Apr–May brings dust storms; Jun–Sep is 40–48 °C. Riyadh Season events run roughly Oct–Mar.
Riyadh weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan21°6 mm
- Feb24°4 mm
- Mar29°2 mm
- Apr34°5 mm
- May40°1 mm
- Jun43°0 mm
- Jul44°0 mm
- Aug44°0 mm
- Sep40°0 mm
- Oct34°0 mm
- Nov27°7 mm
- Dec22°6 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C70°F | 7°C44°F | 6 mm | 40% | Pleasant |
| February | 24°C76°F | 9°C48°F | 4 mm | 32% | Pleasant |
| March | 29°C84°F | 13°C56°F | 2 mm | 27% | Pleasant |
| April | 34°C94°F | 19°C66°F | 5 mm | 24% | Hot |
| May | 40°C104°F | 24°C75°F | 1 mm | 17% | Very hot |
| June | 43°C109°F | 26°C79°F | 0 mm | 11% | Very hot |
| July | 44°C111°F | 28°C82°F | 0 mm | 12% | Very hot |
| August | 44°C110°F | 28°C82°F | 0 mm | 13% | Very hot |
| September | 40°C104°F | 24°C76°F | 0 mm | 15% | Very hot |
| October | 34°C94°F | 20°C67°F | 0 mm | 20% | Hot |
| November | 27°C81°F | 14°C57°F | 7 mm | 36% | Pleasant |
| December | 22°C71°F | 8°C47°F | 6 mm | 43% | Pleasant |
Best months across Saudi Arabia
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Riyadh?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is mild, with cool evenings; Apr–May brings dust storms; Jun–Sep is 40–48 °C. Riyadh Season events run roughly Oct–Mar.
When is the rainy season in Riyadh?
Rain peaks in November with about 7 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Riyadh?
July, with average highs of 44°C (111°F).
How cold does Riyadh get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 7°C (44°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. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.