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Temperatures in January
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Temperature in Saudi Arabia in January

January in Saudi Arabia has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from moderate in Arar with 16°C to very high temperatures in Salhabah with 31°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C in Salhabah and 4°C in Arar. January falls during the winter season. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

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

Find the average daytime temperatures in January for the most popular destinations in Saudi Arabia on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in January in Saudi Arabia?
    • Based on our systematic data collection, Salhabah has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 31°C, while at night is goes down to an approximate temperature of 22°C."

  • What is the coldest city in January in Saudi Arabia?
    • When looking through our records, we find that Arar stands out as the coolest city in Saudi Arabia for the month of January. Daytime highs average 16°C and it cools down to about 4°C at night.

  • How much sun does Saudi Arabia get in January?
    • Riyadh enjoys close to 217 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

  • What is the water's temperature in January?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 27°C in Jazan this month, an ideal temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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