Climate normals · 1970–2000
Riyadh Climate
Riyadh is a city in Saudi Arabia (10) with a population of about 4,205,961. Its average annual temperature is 26.1°C (79°F), with roughly 123 mm of rain per year.
26.1°C
Avg Temp
123
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
Riyadh Climate
Riyadh has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F) and receives about 123 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
26.1°C
Avg Temp
123
Precip (mm/yr)
Aug
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 14° / 58° | 13 mm |
| February | 17° / 62° | 7 mm |
| March | 20° / 69° | 37 mm |
| April | 26° / 79° | 32 mm |
| May | 32° / 90° | 11 mm |
| June | 34° / 94° | 0 mm |
| July | 36° / 96° | 0 mm |
| August | 36° / 96° | 1 mm |
| September | 33° / 91° | 0 mm |
| October | 28° / 82° | 2 mm |
| November | 21° / 70° | 7 mm |
| December | 16° / 61° | 13 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Riyadh
The most comfortable months to visit Riyadh are typically November, March and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is August (around 42°C high). The coldest is January (near 9°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The most comfortable months to visit Riyadh are typically November, March and February, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low (1970–2000 climate normals).
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C and about 123 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is August and the coldest is January.
In August, the hottest month, daily highs in Riyadh average about 42°C (107°F).
Monthly climate normals (1970–2000) sampled from WorldClim 2.1 at ~9 km resolution. Humidity derived from vapor pressure. City coordinates and population from GeoNames.