Jeddah, Saudi Arabia experiences average highs of 32°C (90°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) throughout the year. The climate is relatively dry, with only 1 rainy days per month on average. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 11 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.5/10
Best: January, February, March, December
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 32°C / 25°C
Feels Like 35°C / 27°C
Rainy Days 1
Rainfall 5 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 64%
Wind Speed 25 km/h
Dew Point 21°C
Hottest Month
36°C
July
Avg Low28°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
20°C
February
Avg High28°C
Rain1days
Driest Month
0days
May
Avg High34°C
Avg Low26°C
Windiest Month
27 km/h
June (Gusts 41)
Sea Temperature
25°C – 33°C
Warmest water: August (
32.8°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August, September due to extreme heat, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:42
Daylight 13.4h
Sunset 19:08
Live conditions—
Jeddah on the map · live conditions
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Saudi Arabia
- City
- Jeddah
- Population
- 4.7M
- Coordinates
- 21.49°, 39.19°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 1 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 36°C
Avg Low 28°C
Rain 0 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 26°C
Rain 1 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 2 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 27°C / 21°C . Feb: 28°C / 20°C . Mar: 29°C / 22°C . Apr: 32°C / 24°C . May: 34°C / 26°C . Jun: 35°C / 27°C . Jul: 36°C / 28°C . Aug: 36°C / 29°C . Sep: 35°C / 28°C . Oct: 34°C / 26°C . Nov: 31°C / 25°C . Dec: 29°C / 22°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 12 mm. Feb: 5 mm. Mar: 2 mm. Apr: 7 mm. May: 1 mm. Jun: 0 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 1 mm. Sep: 0 mm. Oct: 2 mm. Nov: 16 mm. Dec: 10 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 63%. Feb: 61%. Mar: 62%. Apr: 61%. May: 61%. Jun: 62%. Jul: 61%. Aug: 67%. Sep: 71%. Oct: 69%. Nov: 66%. Dec: 64%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 24 km/h . Feb: 26 km/h . Mar: 27 km/h . Apr: 25 km/h . May: 26 km/h . Jun: 27 km/h . Jul: 26 km/h . Aug: 26 km/h . Sep: 25 km/h . Oct: 23 km/h . Nov: 21 km/h . Dec: 23 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 12h. May: 12h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 26°C . Feb: 25°C . Mar: 26°C . Apr: 28°C . May: 29°C . Jun: 31°C . Jul: 31°C . Aug: 33°C . Sep: 32°C . Oct: 31°C . Nov: 30°C . Dec: 28°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 6. Feb: UV 7. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 6. Dec: UV 5.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 37°C | Jul · 36°C |
| Coldest month | Feb 2025 · 21°C | Feb · 20°C |
| Wettest month | Jan 2025 · 26 mm | Nov · 16 mm |
| Windiest month | Aug 2025 · 28 km/h | Jun · 27 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April
Good May
Fair June
Poor July
Poor August
Poor September
Poor October
Fair November
Good December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 27°C / 21°C | 27°C / 20°C | 2days (12 mm) Excellent | 9.9h Good | 63% Muggy | 5.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 28°C / 20°C | 28°C / 20°C | 1days (5 mm) Excellent | 10.3h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 6.5 High | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 29°C / 22°C | 31°C / 22°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April | 32°C / 24°C | 35°C / 26°C | 1days (7 mm) Excellent | 11.5h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Good | View Details |
| May | 34°C / 26°C | 38°C / 29°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 12.1h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| June | 35°C / 27°C | 39°C / 31°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12.3h Excellent | 62% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| July | 36°C / 28°C | 40°C / 32°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.8h Excellent | 61% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| August | 36°C / 29°C | 41°C / 35°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 11.3h Excellent | 67% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| September | 35°C / 28°C | 41°C / 34°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11h Excellent | 71% Muggy | 8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| October | 34°C / 26°C | 38°C / 31°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 10.5h Excellent | 69% Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| November | 31°C / 25°C | 34°C / 27°C | 2days (16 mm) Excellent | 10h Excellent | 66% Muggy | 6 High | Good | View Details |
| December best | 29°C / 22°C | 30°C / 23°C | 3days (10 mm) Excellent | 9.8h Good | 64% Muggy | 5.4 High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Jeddah are January, February, March, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Jeddah, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Jeddah is July, with average daytime highs of 36°C (96°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Jeddah is February, with average overnight lows of 20°C (69°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Jeddah is November, averaging 16mm of precipitation across 2 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Jeddah receives approximately 131 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Jeddah.
The least favorable months to visit Jeddah are June, July, August, September, primarily due to extreme heat, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Jeddah is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Jeddah is 64%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 29°C (84°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Jeddah are 25 km/h (16 mph). The windiest month is June with peak winds reaching 27 km/h (17 mph) (gusts up to 41 km/h / 26 mph).
Jeddah averages 19 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 19%. The clearest skies occur in October.
The annual average dew point in Jeddah is 21°C (70°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Jeddah has a Hot Desert climate, classified as BWh under the Köppen system. Arid climates have very low rainfall relative to temperature, with large swings between daytime heat and cool nights.
The 'feels like' temperature in Jeddah ranges from 27°C (81°F) to 35°C (95°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Jeddah, with a climate score of 4.3/10. Consider visiting during January, February, March, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Jeddah, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 35°C (95°F) and 0 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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