Makkah weather in September (Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia)

How is the weather in Makkah in September? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In September, Makkah typically experiences very high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 41°C. But by evening, they drop to around 28°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Makkah in September usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 5.2 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 0 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 281 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, September may not be the ideal month to visit Makkah. January, February and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Makkah climate page with graphs.

 

Makkah, monthly averages in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 28°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 41°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 1%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 5.2 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 0 days  
HumidityHumidity 45% *  
SunshineSunshine 281 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 78% *  

Where to go in Saudi Arabia in September

Find out more about the weather in Saudi Arabia in September and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Makkah in September?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in September.

Swimming
10/10
Camping
9/10

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