Riyadh Province Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia in August.

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Riyadh Al Kharj Al Janādirīyah Banbān

Planning a journey to Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Riyadh Province in August

Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia is a region in Saudi Arabia. August in Riyadh Province generally has very hot temperatures, with almost no precipitation. It's the height of summer.

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 44°C (111°F) and nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) in Riyadh. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

For specific regional insights in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

August is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 0.1 mm (0 in) in Riyadh.

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Riyadh sees around 310 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Riyadh Province by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Riyadh Province — 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 Riyadh Province in August

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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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 Riyadh Province

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia?

Temperature range in Riyadh Province (August)

Precipitation variation in Riyadh Province (August)

Riyadh

In August Riyadh generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 44°C (111°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
45°C (113°F)
44°C (111°F)
42°C (108°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
341 hours
310 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Al Kharj

In August Al Kharj generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 46°C (115°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
46°C (115°F)
46°C (115°F)
42°C (108°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Al Janādirīyah

In August Al Janādirīyah generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 44°C (111°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
44°C (111°F)
44°C (111°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
341 hours
310 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Banbān

In August Banbān generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 44°C (111°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
44°C (111°F)
44°C (111°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
341 hours
310 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
0.1 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Al Majmaah

In August Al Majmaah generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 44°C (111°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 29°C (84°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
43°C (109°F)
44°C (111°F)
41°C (106°F)
Min temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
0 mm (0 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
0 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Riyadh Province in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Riyadh 44°C (111°F) 29°C (84°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Al Kharj 46°C (115°F) 29°C (84°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Al Janādirīyah 44°C (111°F) 29°C (84°F) 0.1 mm (0 in)
Banbān 44°C (111°F) 29°C (84°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Al Majmaah 44°C (111°F) 29°C (84°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Shaqra 44°C (111°F) 28°C (82°F) 0 mm (0 in)

Riyadh Province weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia in August?

August in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia brings poor weather. In Riyadh, daytime temperatures are typically around 44°C (111°F) and nighttime lows hover near 29°C (84°F).

What is the average temperature in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia in August?

In Riyadh, the average daytime high in August is 44°C (111°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 29°C (84°F).

Does Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia. Riyadh averages only about 0.1 mm (0 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia?

In our opinion, August may not be the ideal time to visit Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia due to the typically unpleasant weather in Riyadh.

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

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