Riyadh weather in April (Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia)

Looking to travel to Riyadh in April? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In April, Riyadh generally has very high temperatures and low rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 34°C, while night temperatures can drop to 20°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Riyadh in April usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 16 mm for the month. While this month ranks highest for annual rainfall, the precipitation averages are still quite light. Rain is expected on roughly 7 days.

With around 240 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While 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 Riyadh climate page with graphs.

 

Riyadh, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 34°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 16 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 33%  
WindspeedWindspeed  
SunshineSunshine 240 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 63%  

Where to go in Saudi Arabia in April

Find out more about the weather in Saudi Arabia in April 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 Riyadh in April?

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 April.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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