Temperature in Saudi Arabia in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Saudi Arabia this December.

Saudi Arabia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 18°C (64°F) in Arar to 32°C (90°F) in Salhabah. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Salhabah and 6°C (43°F) in Arar. The month of December is in the winter season.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Saudi Arabia in December?

Explore the map below to discover average December temperatures at the top destinations in Saudi Arabia. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Best Places to Visit in Saudi Arabia in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

Saudi Arabia temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Saudi Arabia in December?

Average daytime highs in Saudi Arabia during December reach about 23°C (73°F) in Riyadh.

How cold does it get at night in Saudi Arabia in December?

Riyadh sees nighttime lows close to 11°C (52°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in Saudi Arabia?

From a thorough analysis of our records, Salhabah clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 32°C (90°F), and evenings that remain near 23°C (73°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Saudi Arabia?

In our database, Arar is the chilliest city in December in Saudi Arabia. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 18°C (64°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 6°C (43°F).

How much sun does Saudi Arabia get in December?

The weather is predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 217 hours of sunshine in Riyadh. This means many sunny days, which creates a cheerful atmosphere during this month.

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 29°C (84°F) in Jazan this month, which is a bit warm for swimming. For many people, water temperatures around 29°C (84°F) might feel quite warm, especially compared to typical swimming pool temperatures of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82°F).

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