Riyadh Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Riyadh, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 45°C (113°F) in July to a pleasant 22°C (72°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 29°C (84°F) in July to 9°C (48°F) in January.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Riyadh sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 73 mm (2.9 in) of rainfall per year. The seasons in Riyadh bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, April, receives low rainfall, with an average of 16 mm (0.6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 7 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0 mm (0 in) over 0 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Riyadh Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Riyadh enjoys sunny spells year-round. July sees up to 11.4 hours of daily sunshine, perfect for a sunny trip. January, the least sunny month, still offers a generous 7.2 hours of sun despite this cloudier time of the year.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is low throughout the year in Riyadh.

The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 50%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 14%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

The mean wind speed varies between 3 m/s (6 knots) and 5 m/s (10 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in October and highest during July. What does this mean?

The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)