Riyadh Province Weather in January

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

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Riyadh Al Kharj Al Janādirīyah Banbān

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

What to Expect in Riyadh Province in January

Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia is a region in Saudi Arabia. January in Riyadh Province generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with low precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from pleasant in Al Majmaah at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Al Kharj at 23°C (73°F). At night it cools down to 9°C (48°F) in Al Kharj and 9°C (48°F) in Al Majmaah. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Al Kharj with an average of 8.7 mm (0.3 in) to low rainfall in Al Majmaah with 20 mm (0.8 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Riyadh sees close to 217 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Riyadh Province in January

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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 Riyadh Province

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

Temperature range in Riyadh Province (January)

Precipitation variation in Riyadh Province (January)

Riyadh

In January Riyadh generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
217 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
6.8 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Riyadh →

Al Kharj

In January Al Kharj generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
9.3 mm (0.4 in)
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
8.1 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Al Kharj →

Al Janādirīyah

In January Al Janādirīyah generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
217 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
11 mm (0.4 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
7.2 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Al Janādirīyah →

Banbān

In January Banbān generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
217 hours
217 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
13 mm (0.5 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
7.9 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Banbān →

Al Majmaah

In January Al Majmaah generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
15 mm (0.6 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
3 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Al Majmaah →

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In our records: Saudi Arabia January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Saudi Arabia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Saudi Arabia dropped to -9°C (16°F) in Hail on January 16, 2008.

Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Riyadh 22°C (72°F) 9°C (48°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Al Kharj 23°C (73°F) 9°C (48°F) 8.7 mm (0.3 in)
Al Janādirīyah 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Banbān 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Al Majmaah 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Shaqra 21°C (70°F) 9°C (48°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)

Riyadh Province weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

January in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia brings perfect weather. In Riyadh, daytime temperatures are typically around 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

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

In Riyadh, the average daytime high in January is 22°C (72°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 9°C (48°F).

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

January is on the drier side in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia. Riyadh averages only about 12 mm (0.5 in), with most days staying dry.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia is in January, February, March, November and December with generally perfect weather in Riyadh. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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