Best Time to Visit Riyadh
Best time: Feb, Nov, Apr, Oct.
Jul is warmest (41.8°C high); Mar is rainiest (37 mm).
Riyadh weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 19.6 | 9.5 | 13 | 6.1 |
| Feb | 21.8 | 11.7 | 7 | 7.5 |
| Mar | 25.7 | 15.2 | 37 | 8.4 |
| Apr | 31.9 | 20 | 33 | 9.2 |
| May | 38 | 26 | 11 | 9.8 |
| Jun | 40.7 | 28.2 | 0 | 10.9 |
| Jul | 41.8 | 29.7 | 0 | 10.4 |
| Aug | 41.7 | 30 | 1 | 10 |
| Sep | 39 | 26.3 | 0 | 9.5 |
| Oct | 34 | 21.6 | 2 | 8.2 |
| Nov | 26.9 | 15.6 | 7 | 6.8 |
| Dec | 21 | 11.3 | 14 | 5.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: FebNovAprOct
Beaches: OctSepMayNov
Hiking: FebJanDecNov
Sightseeing: FebNovJanDec
Riyadh quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Riyadh?
Feb, Nov, Apr, Oct.
What is the rainiest month?
Mar, about 37 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 41.8°C.
Where to stay
See Riyadh hotels · Book Riyadh tours & activities
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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