Monthly climate — Riyadh
Long-term monthly averages. The best months to visit are marked with a star.
+20°
+8°
Jan
+24°
+10°
⭐ Feb
+28°
+15°
⭐ Mar
+33°
+20°
Apr
+39°
+25°
May
+42°
+27°
Jun
+43°
+29°
Jul
+43°
+28°
Aug
+40°
+25°
Sep
+34°
+21°
Oct
+27°
+15°
⭐ Nov
+22°
+9°
Dec
Bar colour shows temperature:coldcoolcomfortablewarmhot⭐ — best months to visit
| Month | Day | Night | Rainfall | What to pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | +20° | +8° | 10.389999999999997mm | 🙂 a layer for the evening. |
| ⭐ February | +24° | +10° | 8.389999999999997mm | 🙂 a layer for the evening. |
| ⭐ March | +28° | +15° | 7.515000000000003mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| April | +33° | +20° | 16.715mm | ☀️ water and sunscreen. |
| May | +39° | +25° | 2.4900000000000007mm | 🥵 water, SPF 50, a hat. |
| June | +42° | +27° | 0.030000000000000006mm | 🥵 water, SPF 50, a hat. |
| July | +43° | +29° | 0.03mm | 🥵 water, SPF 50, a hat. |
| August | +43° | +28° | 0.025mm | 🥵 water, SPF 50, a hat. |
| September | +40° | +25° | 0mm | 🥵 water, SPF 50, a hat. |
| October | +34° | +21° | 0.40499999999999997mm | ☀️ water and sunscreen. |
| ⭐ November | +27° | +15° | 14.694999999999999mm | 😊 light summer clothing. |
| December | +22° | +9° | 8.095mm | 🙂 a layer for the evening. |
When to visitRiyadh
Best months: February, March, November and December
Daytime high+22°…+28°
The most comfortable weather of the year — the best time for sightseeing and the outdoors.
Shoulder season: January, April, May and October
Daytime high+20°…+39°
Conditions are changeable but workable, with fewer crowds than peak season.
Harder months: June, July, August and September
Daytime high+40°…+43°
The most extreme weather of the year — plan activity for the cooler parts of the day.
In short:The most comfortable months to visit Riyadh are February, March and November, with the most pleasant daytime temperatures and low rainfall. The hardest months for active outdoor travel are June, July and August.
Compared to the climate normal
Today’s high
+45°
Normal for this month
+42°
Deviation
+3° warmer than normal
Frequently asked questions — Riyadh
What is the weather like in Riyadh right now?
Right now it is +44° in Riyadh, and it feels like +40°. See the hourly forecast above for how it changes through the day.
When is the best time to visit Riyadh?
The best months to visit Riyadh are February, November and March, when the weather is most comfortable and rainfall is low.
When is the rainy season in Riyadh?
Rainfall in Riyadh is concentrated in the wetter months; the monthly climate chart above shows when precipitation peaks across the year.
How hot does Riyadh get in summer?
Summer is the hottest part of the year in Riyadh. Plan outdoor activity for the morning or evening and stay hydrated during the midday heat.