Climate of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Area-weighted average across Riyadh. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Riyadh, a subdivision of Saudi Arabia, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 16.1°C / 61°F in January to 35.7°C / 96.3°F in August, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in to 38 mm / 1.5 in depending on the season (120 mm / 4.7 in total across the year). See the 2 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 | 16.1°C61°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 18.7°C65.7°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| March | 22.4°C72.3°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| April | 27.2°C81°F | 26 mm1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| May | 32.3°C90.1°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Hot |
| June | 34.4°C93.9°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| July | 35.6°C96.1°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 35.7°C96.3°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 33°C91.4°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot |
| October | 28°C82.4°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| November | 22.2°C72°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 17.7°C63.9°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Riyadh?
The best months to visit Riyadh, 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 35.7°C / 96.3°F, and the driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Riyadh?
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 16.1°C / 61°F in January to 35.7°C / 96.3°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 120 mm / 4.7 in, with the wettest month being March (38 mm / 1.5 in) and the driest July (0 mm / 0 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Riyadh?
The hottest month in Riyadh is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 35.7°C / 96.3°F.
What is the coldest month in Riyadh?
The coldest month in Riyadh is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.1°C / 61°F.
When does it rain most in Riyadh?
The wettest month in Riyadh is March, averaging about 38 mm / 1.5 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 0 mm / 0 in.