Weather radar Riyadh
Real-time precipitation radar · Riad · Saudi Arabia
Riyadh climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Riyadh shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 20.6° | 23.3° | 28.7° | 33.9° | 39.5° | 43.2° | 44° | 43.7° | 40.8° | 35.5° | 29° | 22.9° |
| Avg low (°C) | 10° | 11.6° | 16.2° | 21.4° | 26° | 28.7° | 30.2° | 30.4° | 26.8° | 21.9° | 17° | 11.8° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 15 | 6 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 12 |
| Rainy days | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Sunshine hours | 290 | 281 | 333 | 340 | 371 | 362 | 368 | 370 | 340 | 332 | 299 | 289 |
| Humidity | 51% | 38% | 29% | 24% | 16% | 11% | 12% | 14% | 15% | 21% | 34% | 44% |
Best time to visit Riyadh
The best time to visit Riyadh is typically July. In this month the average high is 44°C, precipitation is 0 mm and sunshine duration is 368 hours. The annual average high is 33.8°C, total annual precipitation is 49 mm (9 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3975 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Riyadh
How up to date is the weather radar for Riyadh?
The weather radar for Riyadh is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Riyadh?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Riyadh: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Riyadh?
The thunderstorm potential for Riyadh is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Riyadh.
What is the climate like in Riyadh?
Riyadh has an annual average high of 33.8°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 44°C), the coldest January (avg low 10°C). The wettest month is January with 15 mm, the driest June with 0 mm. Total annual precipitation is 49 mm (9 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3975 hours.
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