Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaQuick decision
When to visit Riyadh?
🌞 Best time overall
March
🌡️ Optimal temperature
16°C–28°C in March
🌧 Least rain
9% rainy days in March
🌧 Wettest month
June (0%)
📅 Best score
9.1/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Diriyah & At-TuraifOct–Mar — UNESCO site, birthplace of the Saudi kingdom, restored quarter.
Riyadh BoulevardOct–Mar — entertainment park, restaurants, cultural events.
Edge of the WorldNov–Feb — spectacular cliffs 90 min away, striking sunset.
BudgetNov–Feb — outside Ramadan, bearable 20–25°C temperatures.
Monthly climate data
Riyadh weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 9°C | 20°C | 7% | 0.5 | 10.0h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 11°C | 23°C | 10% | 0.5 | 10.0h | 8.3/10 |
| ☀️ March | 16°C | 28°C | 9% | 0.3 | 10.7h | 9.1/10 |
| ☀️ April | 20°C | 34°C | 9% | 0.4 | 11.1h | 7.5/10 |
| 🥵 May | 26°C | 39°C | 3% | 0.1 | 11.7h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 June | 29°C | 42°C | 0% | 0.0 | 12.0h | 3.9/10 |
| 🥵 July | 30°C | 44°C | 0% | 0.0 | 12.0h | 3.9/10 |
| 🥵 August | 30°C | 43°C | 0% | 0.0 | 11.9h | 3.9/10 |
| 🥵 September | 27°C | 40°C | 0% | 0.0 | 11.4h | 6.9/10 |
| ☀️ October | 21°C | 35°C | 1% | 0.0 | 11.0h | 7.4/10 |
| ☀️ November | 16°C | 28°C | 8% | 0.4 | 10.3h | 9.1/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 11°C | 22°C | 5% | 0.3 | 10.0h | 8.3/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Good time
Average 34°C, 7% rainy days, 11.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.8/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Challenging climate
Average 43°C, 0% rainy days, 12.0h sunshine/day. Score: 3.9/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 34°C, 3% rainy days, 10.9h sunshine/day. Score: 7.8/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 22°C, 7% rainy days, 10.0h sunshine/day. Score: 8.1/10.
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FAQ
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March is ideal with 9% rainy days and 28°C. The months of March & November offer comparable conditions.
June is the wettest month with 0% rainy days.
Yes, March is the best month with an average of 28°C.
In winter, the average score is 8.1/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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