Riyadh, Saudi Arabia experiences average highs of 33°C (91°F) and lows of 19°C (66°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.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: May–Oct 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.8/10
Best: March, April, October, November
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 33°C / 19°C
Feels Like 30°C / 16°C
Rainy Days 1
Rainfall 4 mm
Sunshine 11 h
Humidity 27%
Wind Speed 20 km/h
Dew Point 4°C
Hottest Month
43°C
July
Avg Low29°C
Rain0days
Coldest Month
8°C
January
Avg High21°C
Rain2days
Driest Month
0days
June
Avg High42°C
Avg Low27°C
Windiest Month
23 km/h
March (Gusts 39)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August due to extreme heat.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:05
Daylight 13.7h
Sunset 18:45
Live conditions—
Riyadh on the map · live conditions
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Continent
- Asia
- Country
- Saudi Arabia
- City
- Riyadh
- Population
- 4.2M
- Coordinates
- 24.69°, 46.72°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 33°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 2 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 43°C
Avg Low 28°C
Rain 0 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 34°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 1 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 22°C
Avg Low 9°C
Rain 2 days/mo
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: 21°C / 8°C . Feb: 23°C / 10°C . Mar: 28°C / 15°C . Apr: 33°C / 19°C . May: 39°C / 24°C . Jun: 42°C / 27°C . Jul: 43°C / 29°C . Aug: 43°C / 28°C . Sep: 40°C / 25°C . Oct: 34°C / 20°C . Nov: 28°C / 15°C . Dec: 22°C / 10°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 9 mm. Feb: 9 mm. Mar: 6 mm. Apr: 10 mm. May: 2 mm. Jun: 0 mm. Jul: 0 mm. Aug: 0 mm. Sep: 0 mm. Oct: 1 mm. Nov: 8 mm. Dec: 8 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 46%. Feb: 38%. Mar: 30%. Apr: 27%. May: 17%. Jun: 12%. Jul: 13%. Aug: 14%. Sep: 16%. Oct: 22%. Nov: 40%. Dec: 47%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 19 km/h . Feb: 21 km/h . Mar: 23 km/h . Apr: 22 km/h . May: 22 km/h . Jun: 22 km/h . Jul: 22 km/h . Aug: 22 km/h . Sep: 19 km/h . Oct: 17 km/h . Nov: 18 km/h . Dec: 17 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 11h. May: 12h. Jun: 12h. Jul: 12h. Aug: 12h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 9h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 5. Feb: UV 7. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 9. Jun: UV 9. Jul: UV 9. Aug: UV 9. 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 Oppressive
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 | Aug 2025 · 43°C | Jul · 43°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 6°C | Jan · 8°C |
| Wettest month | Feb 2025 · 25 mm | Apr · 10 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 22 km/h | Mar · 23 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February
Good March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May
Good June
Fair July
Fair August
Fair September
Good October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C / 8°C | 17°C / 5°C | 2days (9 mm) Excellent | 9.6h Good | 46% Moderate | 5.3 High | Good | View Details |
| February | 23°C / 10°C | 19°C / 6°C | 2days (9 mm) Excellent | 9.9h Good | 38% Comfortable | 6.5 High | Good | View Details |
| March best | 28°C / 15°C | 25°C / 11°C | 2days (6 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 30% Comfortable | 7.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 33°C / 19°C | 31°C / 17°C | 2days (10 mm) Excellent | 11.3h Excellent | 27% Comfortable | 8.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 39°C / 24°C | 37°C / 21°C | 1days (2 mm) Excellent | 11.9h Excellent | 17% Comfortable | 8.8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June | 42°C / 27°C | 39°C / 23°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 12h Excellent | 12% Comfortable | 8.9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| July | 43°C / 29°C | 41°C / 25°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.9h Excellent | 13% Comfortable | 8.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| August | 43°C / 28°C | 40°C / 25°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.9h Excellent | 14% Comfortable | 8.7 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| September | 40°C / 25°C | 38°C / 22°C | 0days (0 mm) Excellent | 11.3h Excellent | 16% Comfortable | 8.2 Very High | Good | View Details |
| October best | 34°C / 20°C | 32°C / 17°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 22% Comfortable | 7.1 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 28°C / 15°C | 25°C / 13°C | 2days (8 mm) Excellent | 9.8h Good | 40% Comfortable | 5.8 High | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 22°C / 10°C | 19°C / 7°C | 2days (8 mm) Excellent | 9.4h Good | 47% Moderate | 5.1 High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Riyadh are March, April, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Riyadh, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Riyadh is July, with average daytime highs of 43°C (110°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Riyadh is January, with average overnight lows of 8°C (46°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Riyadh is April, averaging 10mm of precipitation across 2 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
Riyadh receives approximately 130 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 12 hours. Based on climate data for Riyadh.
The least favorable months to visit Riyadh are June, July, August, primarily due to extreme heat. For the best conditions, consider March, April, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Riyadh is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Riyadh is 27%, classified as dry. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Riyadh are 20 km/h (12 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 23 km/h (14 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Riyadh averages 20 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 20%. The clearest skies occur in June.
The annual average dew point in Riyadh is 4°C (39°F), which feels dry and comfortable. Outdoor activities are comfortable year-round from a humidity standpoint.
Riyadh 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 Riyadh ranges from 16°C (61°F) to 30°C (86°F) on average. Wind chill makes winters feel noticeably colder than the actual temperature — layered clothing is recommended.
June is not the best time to visit Riyadh, with a climate score of 5.8/10. Consider visiting during March, April, October, November instead for better conditions.
For June in Riyadh, pack Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+), Sun hat, Sunglasses, Sandals. With average highs of 42°C (108°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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