Climate of Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Area-weighted average across Makkah. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Makkah, a subdivision of Saudi Arabia, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 19.5°C / 67.1°F in January to 34°C / 93.2°F in August, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in to 20 mm / 0.8 in depending on the season (124 mm / 4.9 in total across the year). See the 3 cities listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.5°C67.1°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 21.4°C70.5°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| March | 24.2°C75.6°F | 20 mm0.8″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 27.4°C81.3°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 31.2°C88.2°F | 17 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 32.8°C91°F | 4 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 33.7°C92.7°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 34°C93.2°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 32.3°C90.1°F | 6 mm0.2″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 28.5°C83.3°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 24.3°C75.7°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 21.1°C70°F | 13 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Makkah?
The best months to visit Makkah, Saudi Arabia for sunny, dry weather are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 34°C / 93.2°F, and the driest is July with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Makkah?
Makkah, Saudi Arabia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 19.5°C / 67.1°F in January to 34°C / 93.2°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 124 mm / 4.9 in, with the wettest month being March (20 mm / 0.8 in) and the driest July (3 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Makkah?
The hottest month in Makkah is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 34°C / 93.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Makkah?
The coldest month in Makkah is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 19.5°C / 67.1°F.
When does it rain most in Makkah?
The wettest month in Makkah is March, averaging about 20 mm / 0.8 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 3 mm / 0.1 in.