Riyadh in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Riyadh (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 22.0°C and lows of 10.4°C, with around 51.7mm of rain across the season (7 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Riyadh covers December, January, February.
Winter in Riyadh month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 22.6°C | 11.2°C | 12.0mm | 2 | 10/10 |
| January | 19.5°C | 8.7°C | 35.4mm | 4 | 10/10 |
| February | 23.9°C | 11.2°C | 4.3mm | 1 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Riyadh in winter
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- A warm layer for cool evenings
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Riyadh?
Winter in Riyadh rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 22.0°C with 51.7mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Riyadh in winter?
Daytime highs average 22.0°C (71.6°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 10.4°C.
What months are winter in Riyadh?
Riyadh is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Riyadh · Riyadh annual climate · Riyadh in spring · Riyadh in summer · Riyadh in autumn
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Winter in Riyadh — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.