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January in Taif brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) and nights around 12°C (54°F). The excellent weather makes it a solid choice for a visit.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Taif.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Taif - and find the best time to visit.
51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Taif typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around 22°C (72°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 10°C (50°F) to 12°C (54°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Taif spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Taif between 1992 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
Find out more about the weather in Saudi Arabia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Saudi Arabia in January →
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).
For Taif in January, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Some rain is possible, so pack something to handle light showers. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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