Riyadh Province Weather in October

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

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Riyadh Al Kharj Al Janādirīyah Banbān

Planning a trip to Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Riyadh Province in October

Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia is a region in Saudi Arabia. October in Riyadh Province generally has very hot temperatures, with almost no precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very hot maximum daytime temperatures of around 36°C (97°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Riyadh. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To explore the conditions in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

October is a very dry month with an average rainfall of around 1 mm (0.04 in) in Riyadh.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Riyadh enjoys approximately 310 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Riyadh Province in October

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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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia?

Temperature range in Riyadh Province (October)

Precipitation variation in Riyadh Province (October)

Riyadh

In October Riyadh generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
42°C (108°F)
36°C (97°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
310 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
12 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Riyadh →

Al Kharj

In October Al Kharj generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 37°C (99°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
42°C (108°F)
37°C (99°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
20°C (68°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
0.7 mm (0.03 in)
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Al Kharj →

Al Janādirīyah

In October Al Janādirīyah generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
41°C (106°F)
36°C (97°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
310 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
1 mm (0.04 in)
13 mm (0.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Al Janādirīyah →

Banbān

In October Banbān generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C (97°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
41°C (106°F)
36°C (97°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
310 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
0.1 mm (0 in)
1.1 mm (0.04 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Banbān →

Al Majmaah

In October Al Majmaah generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C (95°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
41°C (106°F)
35°C (95°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
21°C (70°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly rainfall
0 mm (0 in)
1.9 mm (0.1 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
0 days
0 days
a single day
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Al Majmaah →

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Riyadh 36°C (97°F) 21°C (70°F) 1 mm (0.04 in)
Al Kharj 37°C (99°F) 20°C (68°F) 0.7 mm (0.03 in)
Al Janādirīyah 36°C (97°F) 21°C (70°F) 1 mm (0.04 in)
Banbān 36°C (97°F) 21°C (70°F) 1.1 mm (0.04 in)
Al Majmaah 35°C (95°F) 21°C (70°F) 1.9 mm (0.1 in)
Shaqra 36°C (97°F) 20°C (68°F) 1.8 mm (0.1 in)

Riyadh Province weather in October: frequently asked questions

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

Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia typically experiences poor weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Riyadh average around 36°C (97°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

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

Daytime temperatures in Riyadh peak at roughly 36°C (97°F) in October, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

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

October is on the drier side in Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia. Riyadh averages only about 1 mm (0.04 in), with most days staying dry.

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

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Riyadh, October may not be the ideal time to visit Riyadh Province, Saudi Arabia.

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 weather in April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be poor.

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