December Rainfall and Precipitation in Saudi Arabia

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Saudi Arabia in December.

Saudi Arabia experiences in December precipitation ranging from a almost none 0 mm (0 in) in Sharurah to a low 27 mm (1.1 in) in Al Shafa. December is a winter month.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Saudi Arabia precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Saudi Arabia receive in December?

Rainfall in Riyadh during December is on the lighter side, averaging about 10 mm (0.4 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.

How many days does it rain in Saudi Arabia in December?

Riyadh sees roughly 4 days rainy days during December.

Is December part of the rainy season in Saudi Arabia?

No. December sits outside the typical rainy season in Saudi Arabia, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in December in Saudi Arabia?

Looking at our data, Al Shafa tops the wettest-cities list in Saudi Arabia for December, with monthly rainfall averaging 27 mm (1.1 in).

What is the driest city in December in Saudi Arabia?

Sharurah is the driest city we have data for in Saudi Arabia in December, with monthly rainfall close to 0 mm (0 in).

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