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Temperature in Saudi Arabia in May

May in Saudi Arabia has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from high in Khamis Mushayt with 29°C to extremely high temperatures in Al-Hofuf with 43°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C in Al-Hofuf and 18°C in Khamis Mushayt.

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

Find the average daytime temperatures in May 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

  • What is the warmest city in May in Saudi Arabia?
  • Al-Hofuf tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 43°C and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 27°C.

  • What is the coldest city in May in Saudi Arabia?
  • When looking through our records, we find that Khamis Mushayt stands out as the coolest city in Saudi Arabia for the month of May. Daytime highs average 29°C and it cools down to about 18°C at night.

  • How much sun does Saudi Arabia get in May?
  • Riyadh enjoys approximately 288 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

  • What is the water's temperature in May?
  • The water temperature averages approximately 31°C in Jazan this month, which is a bit warm water for swimming. For many people, water temperatures around 31°C might feel quite warm. Especially when compared to average swimming pool temperatures which are typically between 25°C and 28°C.

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