Travel Planning
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Best Time to Visit Riyadh

Month-by-month comfort scores, seasonal highlights, and expert travel timing for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Best Months to Visit

Rank Month Avg Temp Precip Comfort
#1 November 21.6°C 14mm 99
#2 March 21.4°C 22mm 99
#3 February 17.6°C 6mm 91
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12-Month Comfort Guide

Jan 86 Feb 91 Mar 99 Apr 90 May 79 Jun 73 Jul 71 Aug 71 Sep 77 Oct 88 Nov 99 Dec 88
Best Shoulder Avoid
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Seasonal Overview

Spring
26.9°C · 17mm/mo

Spring is warm and relatively dry.

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Summer
36.2°C · 0mm/mo

Summer is hot and relatively dry.

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Autumn
27.7°C · 5mm/mo

Autumn is warm and relatively dry.

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Winter
16.2°C · 12mm/mo

Winter is mild and relatively dry.

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Monthly Detail Pages

Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What is the best month to visit Riyadh?
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By comfort score, November is the best month to visit Riyadh (score: 99). Expect average temperatures of 21.6°C and 14mm of precipitation.

02 When does it rain most in Riyadh?
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July sees the heaviest rainfall in Riyadh (1mm). Pack a compact umbrella and waterproof footwear if you visit then.

03 What is Riyadh like in summer?
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Summer in Riyadh averages 36.2°C with 0mm of rain per month. Expect hot, humid conditions — stay hydrated.

04 What is Riyadh like in winter?
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Winter averages 16.2°C with 12mm per month. Conditions remain mild and comfortable.

05 What should I pack for Riyadh?
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Comfortable clothing and walking shoes are the main essentials.

06 What is the peak tourist season in Riyadh?
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Peak season falls in November, March, February. For fewer crowds, consider visiting in April, December, October.

Sources
Open-Meteo
Updated
2026-01-01