Current Weather and Forecast in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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About the weather in Riyadh
Riyadh has a hot desert climate. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 110°, and January the coldest, when nights fall to around 48°. January brings the most rain, on about 2 days, while June is the sunniest, with 12.0 hours of sunshine a day. Over a whole year it rains on roughly 15 days.
Riyadh climate guide: monthly averages, seasons and the best time to visit
Common questions
Does it rain a lot in Riyadh?
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.