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Météo par région

Riyadh

Best: October – April

Hot desert climate with mild winters. Very little rain. Summer temperatures can exceed 50°C in July–August.

Summer temp
42–47°C
Winter temp
8–20°C
Rainfall
Very low (< 80 mm/year)
Humidity
Low (10–30%)

Avoid: June – September

Jeddah

Best: November – March

Hot and humid due to its Red Sea coast location. Winters are warm and pleasant. Summer heat is compounded by high humidity.

Summer temp
38–43°C
Winter temp
20–28°C
Rainfall
Low (60–70 mm/year)
Humidity
High (55–85%)

Avoid: June – September

AlUla

Best: November – March

Desert climate with dramatic temperature swings between day and night. Winter nights can be cold (below 5°C), making stargazing excellent.

Summer temp
38–42°C
Winter temp
5–18°C
Rainfall
Very low (< 40 mm/year)
Humidity
Low (15–25%)

Avoid: July – September

Abha

Best: June – September

Saudi Arabia's most temperate climate due to its high altitude (2,270 m). Summers are cool and pleasant, winters can see frost.

Summer temp
18–26°C
Winter temp
5–14°C
Rainfall
High for Saudi Arabia (250–400 mm/year)
Humidity
Moderate (40–70%)

Tabuk

Best: October – April

Northwestern desert with cold winters (temperatures can drop below freezing) and hot, dry summers. Snow has been recorded in winter.

Summer temp
36–42°C
Winter temp
4–15°C
Rainfall
Low (50–80 mm/year)
Humidity
Low (15–30%)

Avoid: July – August

Dammam

Best: November – February

Eastern province on the Arabian Gulf. Very hot summers with high humidity. Brief, mild winters are the best time to visit.

Summer temp
40–48°C
Winter temp
10–22°C
Rainfall
Very low (75–100 mm/year)
Humidity
High (55–75%)

Avoid: June – September

Guide de voyage mois par mois

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January
Cool in most regions; ideal for Riyadh, AlUla, Tabuk. Abha can be frosty.
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February
Taif rose season begins. Excellent weather nationwide for outdoor activities.
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March
Spring — comfortable temperatures everywhere. Riyadh at its best.
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April
Warming up fast. Last good month for desert activities before summer heat arrives.
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May
Heat builds. Coastal areas become humid. Abha and highland areas remain comfortable.
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June
Summer begins. Abha and Asir highlands are the top destinations.
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July
Extreme heat (45°C+) in most cities. Highlands and Abha remain pleasant.
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August
Monsoon season in Asir (Abha gets afternoon thunderstorms). Peak summer everywhere else.
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September
Heat starts to ease slightly. Still hot for most regions.
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October
Excellent month to visit Riyadh and the north. AlUla season begins.
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November
Peak season begins. Best all-round travel month for Saudi Arabia.
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December
AlUla and Riyadh at their best. Tabuk can get cold. Festive atmosphere in cities.

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Météo en Arabie Saoudite — FAQ

Questions fréquentes sur le climat, les saisons et la planification de voyage en Arabie Saoudite.

Updated: 2026-03
8 questions

La meilleure période pour visiter l'Arabie Saoudite est d'octobre à avril, lorsque les températures sont douces (15-30 °C). Les mois d'été (juin-septembre) peuvent dépasser 45 °C dans la plupart des régions. De novembre à février, c'est la haute saison touristique avec le climat le plus agréable dans toutes les destinations.
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Plan Around the Weather

Saudi Arabia's climate varies dramatically by region and season. Use weather data to plan your itinerary — October to March is ideal for most regions. Check visa validity to align your travel window. Riyadh has hot summers but pleasant winters, AlUla is best in winter months, and Abha stays cool year-round at altitude. Review health precautions for heat safety during warmer months.

trust.lastUpdated 1 mars 2026