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Riyadh

41°

Clear sky

High: 44° · Low: 32° · Feels like 37°

Clear sky. Gusts up to 39 km/h.

Hourly forecast

Now · 42°
20:00 · 40°
21:00 · 39°
22:00 · 38°
23:00 · 37°
00:00 · 36°
01:00 · 36°
02:00 · 35°
03:00 · 34°
04:00 · 33°
05:00 · 32°
06:00 · 32°
07:00 · 34°
08:00 · 36°
09:00 · 38°
10:00 · 40°
11:00 · 41°
12:00 · 43°
13:00 · 43°
14:00 · 44°
15:00 · 44°
16:00 · 44°
17:00 · 43°
18:00 · 42°

14-day forecast

  • Feels like
    42° / 29°
    Precipitation
    0 mm · 0%
    Wind
    16 km/h NW
    UV index
    9 · Very high
    Sun
    5:06 / 18:46

Details

Air quality
248 Extreme
PM2.5 81 · PM10 587

Riyadh's Climate

Deep in the Najd plateau at the heart of the Arabian Peninsula, Riyadh has a classic hot desert climate defined by extreme summers and very little rainfall. From May to September, daytime highs routinely exceed 42-45°C in dry, baking air, while winters (December-February) are pleasantly cool with nights that can drop below 10°C. Rain is rare and falls mostly as scattered spring showers that occasionally trigger sudden flash floods, and dust storms can cut visibility with little warning. This page provides an hourly and 14-day forecast along with detailed metrics for humidity, wind, UV and air quality (AQI).

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest month in Riyadh?

July and August are hottest, with daytime highs typically 43-45°C and sometimes higher, in extremely dry desert air.

Does it rain in Riyadh?

Rain is rare and falls mainly in spring (March-April) as brief thunderstorms, which can occasionally be intense enough to cause flash flooding.

When is the best time to visit Riyadh?

November to March is ideal, with cool, comfortable weather, daytime temperatures around 20-28°C and far less intense sun.

Does Riyadh get dust storms?

Yes, dust storms are common in spring and early summer and can sharply reduce visibility while degrading air quality across the city.

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Updated: 4:47:49 PM