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January in Riyadh brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) and nights around 9°C (48°F). Only 12 mm (0.5 in) of rainfall is typical, making it a largely dry month.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Riyadh.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Riyadh - and find the best time to visit.
51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Riyadh typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 22°C (72°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 8°C (46°F) to 10°C (50°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Riyadh spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Riyadh between 1977 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
Find out more about the weather in Saudi Arabia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Saudi Arabia in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
For Riyadh in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Almost no rain is expected, so no need to bring rain gear. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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