Tomorrow in Riyadh looks
severe sandstorm, with a high of 76°
and an overnight low of 56°.
Rain is unlikely (1% chance).
Winds top out near 6 mph,
and the UV index reaches 6 (high).
Even January, the coolest month, has average highs near 70°F (21°C). July is hottest, so the main seasonal change is intensity rather than a move from warm to cold.
Plan around moisture and heat
Rain and sunshineAbout 77 mm (3.0 inches) falls across 15 wet days, with 10.7 hours of sunshine on an average day.
Typical day and nightRiyadh averages 92°F (33°C) by day and 68°F (20°C) at night across the year.
Seasonal changeJuly highs reach 110°F (44°C), while January lows fall to 48°F (9°C).
3.0 inches (77 mm) a year across 15 wet days - less than 99% of the cities we cover.
What is the rainiest month in Riyadh?
January, at 15 mm (0.6 in) over about 2 days. June is the driest month, at less than 1 mm.
Which month is warmest in Riyadh?
July, averaging 110°F (44°C) by day and 86°F (30°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 118°F (48°C).
What is the best time to visit Riyadh?
Aim for November to March if you get the choice: temperatures sit either side of the peak heat rather than in it, and highs average 76°F (25°C) against roughly 2 wet days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in November.
Does it snow in Riyadh?
Effectively no. The 2015-2024 record for Riyadh shows no regular measurable snowfall.
What is the coldest month in Riyadh?
January, with highs of 70°F (21°C) and lows near 48°F (9°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to 31°F (-1°C).
Is Riyadh cold in winter?
January nights average 48°F (9°C). Cold never really arrives.