Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia Weather in March

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

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Riyadh Jeddah Makkah Al Khobar

Considering a trip to Saudi Arabia this March and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Saudi Arabia in March

Saudi Arabia offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In March, one might encounter temperatures that range from warm to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Arar at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Makkah at 34°C (93°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Makkah and 10°C (50°F) in Arar.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Yanbu with an average of 2 mm (0.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Khamis Mushayt with 38 mm (1.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Riyadh enjoys about 217 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Saudi Arabia in March

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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 March for some of the most popular destinations in Saudi Arabia?

Temperature range in Saudi Arabia (March)

Precipitation variation in Saudi Arabia (March)

Riyadh

In March Riyadh generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
217 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.8 mm (0.3 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Riyadh →

Jeddah

In March Jeddah generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.8 mm (0.1 in)
4.3 mm (0.2 in)
3.6 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Jeddah →

Makkah

In March Makkah generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
34°C (93°F)
38°C (100°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
244 hours
283 hours
283 hours
Monthly rainfall
5 mm (0.2 in)
8.6 mm (0.3 in)
11 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
a single day
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Makkah →

Al Khobar

In March Al Khobar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
4.8 mm (0.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Al Khobar →

Medina

In March Medina generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
31°C (88°F)
35°C (95°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
2.4 mm (0.1 in)
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
6.6 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
a single day
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Medina →

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Riyadh 29°C (84°F) 15°C (59°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Jeddah 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 4.3 mm (0.2 in)
Makkah 34°C (93°F) 21°C (70°F) 8.6 mm (0.3 in)
Al Khobar 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Taif 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Abha 26°C (79°F) 16°C (61°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)

Saudi Arabia weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Saudi Arabia in March?

March in Saudi Arabia brings perfect weather. In Riyadh, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 15°C (59°F).

What is the average temperature in Saudi Arabia in March?

Average temperatures in Saudi Arabia during March range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Riyadh.

Does Saudi Arabia get a lot of rain in March?

Not particularly. Riyadh averages just 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain in March, making it a mostly dry month for Saudi Arabia.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Saudi Arabia?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Saudi Arabia. Typically, the climate in Riyadh is perfect.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide perfect weather in Riyadh. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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