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Riyadh

Visit in October — score 88/100 · avg high 102°F · 0 rainy days

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Monthly Travel Scores

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January

83°/35°F
3 rain days
10.6h daylight
High crowds
Average

February

91°/38°F
1 rain days
11.2h daylight
High crowds
Average

March

#3
97°/46°F
1 rain days
11.8h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

April

#2
103°/56°F
2 rain days
12.6h daylight
High crowds
Average

May

111°/68°F
0 rain days
13.2h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

June

114°/74°F
0 rain days
13.5h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

July

116°/78°F
0 rain days
13.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

August

115°/79°F
0 rain days
12.9h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

September

111°/71°F
0 rain days
12.1h daylight
Moderate crowds
Below avg

October

#1
102°/63°F
0 rain days
11.4h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

November

92°/49°F
2 rain days
10.8h daylight
Moderate crowds
Average

December

83°/39°F
2 rain days
10.5h daylight
High crowds
Above avg

Monthly Weather Data

MonthScoreAvg °FHigh °FLow °FRain DaysPrecip (mm)DaylightCrowdsCost
January5957°83°35°31110.6hHighAverage
February7362°91°38°1311.2hHighAverage
March8270°97°46°1511.8hHighAbove avg
April8580°103°56°2912.6hHighAverage
May8190°111°68°0213.2hModerateBelow avg
June7695°114°74°0013.5hModerateBelow avg
July6997°116°78°0013.4hModerateBelow avg
August6997°115°79°0012.9hModerateBelow avg
September7991°111°71°0012.1hModerateBelow avg
October8881°102°63°0111.4hModerateAverage
November8269°92°49°2710.8hModerateAverage
December6359°83°39°2610.5hHighAbove avg

Seasonal Breakdown

Spring

Score
83/100
High
104°F
Low
57°F
Rain days
1/mo
Crowds
high

Spring in Riyadh (March, April, May) brings average highs of 104°F and lows of 57°F, with about 1 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 83/100, with April being the strongest month of the season at 85/100.

Summer

Score
71/100
High
115°F
Low
77°F
Rain days
0/mo
Crowds
moderate

Summer in Riyadh (June, July, August) brings average highs of 115°F and lows of 77°F, with about 0 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and budget-friendly accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 71/100, with June being the strongest month of the season at 76/100.

Fall

Score
83/100
High
102°F
Low
61°F
Rain days
1/mo
Crowds
moderate

Fall in Riyadh (September, October, November) brings average highs of 102°F and lows of 61°F, with about 1 rainy days per month. Expect moderate tourist crowds and average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 83/100, with October being the strongest month of the season at 88/100.

Winter

Score
65/100
High
86°F
Low
37°F
Rain days
2/mo
Crowds
high

Winter in Riyadh (December, January, February) brings average highs of 86°F and lows of 37°F, with about 2 rainy days per month. Expect high tourist crowds and above average accommodation rates. The overall travel score averages 65/100, with February being the strongest month of the season at 73/100.

Crowd and cost data estimated from regional travel patterns for this destination.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Riyadh?
The best month to visit Riyadh is October, with an overall travel score of 88/100. Expect average highs of 102°F, about 0 rainy days, and moderate tourist crowds.
Is Riyadh expensive in summer?
Summer prices in Riyadh are relatively moderate, averaging 77% of the annual rate. The most affordable month is September.
What is the weather like in Riyadh in December?
December in Riyadh has average highs of 83°F and lows of 39°F, with approximately 2 rainy days and 10.5 hours of daylight. The overall travel score for December is 63/100.
When is the cheapest time to visit Riyadh?
The most affordable time to visit Riyadh is September, when accommodation prices are at their lowest. Tourist crowds are moderate in September, making it a good option if you prefer fewer tourists. The least favorable month overall is January (score: 59/100).

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