Mecca weather in January (Saudi Arabia)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Mecca this January? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

During January, Mecca experiences perfect weather, with high temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of January. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 29°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 18°C. Though it’s the cooler month of the year, the weather remains warm. Ideal for enjoying the outdoors.

Precipitation

Mecca in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 37 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 2 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 261 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Mecca. January, February and December typically offer the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mecca climate page with graphs.

 

Mecca, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 5%  

Precipitation 37 mm  

Rainy days 2 days  

Humidity 58%  

Sunshine 261 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 76%  

Where to go in Saudi Arabia in January

Find out more about the weather in Saudi Arabia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Mecca.

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