Best Time to Visit Abha, 'Asir, Saudi Arabia
Abha is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Abha for sunny, dry weather is January–December — 12 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June and September–February; the wetter half falls in March–May and July–August. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 14.5°C / 58.1°F in January to 25.6°C / 78.1°F in June, with rainfall from 6 mm / 0.2 in (October) to 49 mm / 1.9 in (March). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Abha, 'Asir, Saudi Arabia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Abha's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.5°C58.1°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 16.2°C61.2°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 18.4°C65.1°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| April | 20.5°C68.9°F | 48 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 23.5°C74.3°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| June | 25.6°C78.1°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| July | 25.6°C78.1°F | 24 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| August | 25.3°C77.5°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| September | 24°C75.2°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 20.3°C68.5°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| November | 17.2°C63°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| December | 15°C59°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Abha?
The best time to visit Abha for sunny, dry weather is January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is June averaging 25.6°C / 78.1°F, and the driest is October with about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Abha's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Abha?
The rainy season at Abha, 'Asir runs through March–May and July–August, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 11 mm / 0.4 in. The wettest single month is March (49 mm / 1.9 in).
What is the driest month in Abha?
The driest month in Abha is October, averaging about 6 mm / 0.2 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 20.3°C / 68.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Abha?
The least comfortable months for travel to Abha — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, April, May, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 49 mm / 1.9 in in March, and the coldest month averages 14.5°C / 58.1°F.
Is Abha climate different from Saudi Arabia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Abha figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Saudi Arabia figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Abha specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.