Riyadh in December
8.8out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 22°C. Very dry: about 2 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
10°CAvg low
2Rainy days (9 mm)
10:29 hDaylight
06:35Sunrise · 17:04 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 22°C
- Very dry: about 2 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in December is fairly consistent from year to year (2.4 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C | 8°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.5 |
| February | 23°C | 10°C | 5 mm | 1 | – | – | 8.9 |
| March | 27°C | 14°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.9 |
| April | 33°C | 20°C | 14 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.6 |
| May | 39°C | 25°C | 2 mm | 1 | – | – | 6.2 |
| June | 42°C | 27°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.4 |
| July | 43°C | 29°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.2 |
| August | 43°C | 28°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 5.2 |
| September | 40°C | 25°C | 0 mm | 0 | – | – | 6.0 |
| October | 35°C | 21°C | 1 mm | 0 | – | – | 7.5 |
| November | 27°C | 15°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
| December | 22°C | 10°C | 9 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Riyadh in December?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 10°C.
When is the best time to visit Riyadh?
The best months are February, March, November, December.