Jeddah Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Jeddah, Makkah Al Mukarramah Province, Saudi Arabia. The figures are based on a 30-year period (1990–2020) to provide a reliable average. Now, let's explore all the details to give you a full picture.
Jeddah is known for its low rainfall, with yearly precipitation amounts around 83 mm (3.3 in).
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Jeddah can be quite wet during November, receiving approximately 28 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation over 2 rainy days.
In contrast June, experiences much drier conditions, with 0 mm (0 in) of rainfall, spread across 0 rainy days.
November, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 32°C (90°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 35°C (95°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Jeddah Temperature page.
Explore Jeddah's Historical Precipitation: 1976-2026
Browse day-by-day precipitation records for Jeddah spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual rainfall and snowfall recorded on each day.
Annual Rainfall in Saudi Arabia: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Saudi Arabia. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Jeddah vs World: Rainfall Compared
Jeddah's average annual precipitation is 83 mm (3.3 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Beijing, China, receives 560 mm (22 in) of annual precipitation, concentrated in the summer months.
In Brisbane, Australia, the annual precipitation is 979 mm (39 in), making it wetter than Sydney.
Mumbai, India, experiences a tropical monsoon climate with 1860 mm (73 in) of annual rainfall, with the majority of precipitation happening during the monsoon season from June to September.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
Climate change is affecting precipitation patterns worldwide, including Jeddah:
- Changing Rainfall Patterns: Global warming causes drastic changes in the patterns of rainfall. Some areas have been experiencing increased frequency and intensity of rainfall, while other areas experience longer dry spells or even droughts.
- Local Impacts: Many regions are experiencing heavier rainfall in the winter months and drier, hotter summers. This affects agriculture, water resources, and ecosystems.
- Mawsynram in India is noted as being the wettest place on earth, with over 11 meters (36 feet) of rain falling every year.
- In contrast, Antofagasta in Chile is among the driest places on the planet, getting less than 0.1mm (0.004 inches) per year, with some years recording virtually no rainfall.
- Nearly 1,650 thunderstorm cells are estimated over the planet at any given time.
For more detailed information about Jeddah's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Jeddah Climate page.
