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Saudi Arabia Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Saudi Arabia in February.

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Planning a getaway to Saudi Arabia this February and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Saudi Arabia in February

The weather in Saudi Arabia in February can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to low. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Arar at 19°C (66°F) and very warm in Salhabah at 32°C (90°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Salhabah and 6°C (43°F) in Arar.

For a closer look at conditions across Saudi Arabia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Sharurah with an average of 1.5 mm (0.1 in) to low rainfall in Baljurashi with 26 mm (1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in February. Riyadh typically receives 228 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Saudi Arabia by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Saudi Arabia - and find the best time to visit. (based on Riyadh)

January22°C (72°F) February25°C (77°F) March29°C (84°F) April34°C (93°F) May40°C (104°F) June43°C (109°F) This monthJuly45°C (113°F) August44°C (111°F) September42°C (108°F) October36°C (97°F) November28°C (82°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Saudi Arabia in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Saudi Arabia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Saudi Arabia

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Saudi Arabia?

Temperature range in Saudi Arabia (February)

Precipitation variation in Saudi Arabia (February)

Riyadh

In February Riyadh generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
228 hours
217 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
6.8 mm (0.3 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Riyadh →

Jeddah

In February Jeddah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
24 mm (0.9 in)
2.8 mm (0.1 in)
4.3 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Jeddah →

Makkah

In February Makkah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
261 hours
244 hours
283 hours
Monthly rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
5 mm (0.2 in)
8.6 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
very good
Climate in Makkah →

Al Khobar

In February Al Khobar generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Al Khobar →

Medina

In February Medina generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.5 mm (0.4 in)
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Saudi Arabia in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Riyadh 25°C (77°F) 11°C (52°F) 6.8 mm (0.3 in)
Jeddah 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 2.8 mm (0.1 in)
Makkah 32°C (90°F) 19°C (66°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Al Khobar 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Taif 24°C (75°F) 13°C (55°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Abha 24°C (75°F) 14°C (57°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)

Saudi Arabia weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saudi Arabia in February?

Expect excellent weather across Saudi Arabia in February. The popular destination of Riyadh averages 25°C (77°F) by day and 11°C (52°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Saudi Arabia in February?

Riyadh averages a daytime maximum of 25°C (77°F) in February, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

Does Saudi Arabia get a lot of rain in February?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Saudi Arabia during February, with Riyadh averaging close to 6.8 mm (0.3 in).

Is February a Good Time to Visit Saudi Arabia?

We believe that February is one of the best times to visit Saudi Arabia with overall excellent weather in Riyadh.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide excellent weather in Riyadh. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be less favorable.

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