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Riyadh in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Riyadh in April and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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April

Weather in Riyadh in April 2025

Good Weather
Hot
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Sunny
Planning a trip to Riyadh in April? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +91°F and approximately 19 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 1 rainy days and 14 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

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+91°F
Avg. max. temperature
+50°F
Min.
+111°F
Max.
14 mm
Total precipitation
27%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
19 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
1 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Riyadh has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Riyadh in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Riyadh for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in April is +97°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +104°F during the day and a minimum of +68°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +97°F to +97°F.

Is Riyadh warm or cold in April?

Riyadh is typically hot in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +82°F to +91°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +59°F to +68°F.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Riyadh:

Climate in Riyadh in April

Riyadh weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+82°F+91°F+102°F
Min. temperature
+39°F+50°F+63°F
Max. temperature
+102°F+111°F+113°F
Rainfall
13 mm14 mm2 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
32%27%17%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1012 HPa1009 HPa
Sunny days
211923
Cloudy days
9108
Rainy days
110
Snowy days
000

April typically has worse weather conditions compared to March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +82°F to +91°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 13 mm to 14 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 32% to 27%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 21 sunny days in March to 19 in April.

May brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Riyadh in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Riyadh is gradually increasing during April, going from 1 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Riyadh based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 7% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 3 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 1 mm, which is considered light rain. Riyadh is amazing in April with as little as 2 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
April is one of the rainiest months in Riyadh, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Riyadh wettest month is April, where a typical day has a 3% chance of precipitation and 14 mm of rainfall per day. June, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Riyadh?

This is the weather in Riyadh in April 2023:
1 April
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+96°F
2 April
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+96°F
3 April
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+98°F
4 April
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+100°F
5 April
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+100°F
6 April
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+97°F
7 April
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+100°F
8 April
☀️
+98°F
9 April
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+101°F
10 April
☀️
+95°F
11 April
☀️
+101°F
12 April
☁️
+102°F
13 April
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+100°F
14 April
☁️
+93°F
15 April
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+95°F
16 April
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+100°F
17 April
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+93°F
18 April
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+93°F
19 April
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+96°F
20 April
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+101°F
21 April
☁️
+104°F
22 April
☁️
+94°F
23 April
☁️
+96°F
24 April
☁️
+93°F
25 April
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+88°F
26 April
☀️
+94°F
27 April
☀️
+97°F
28 April
☁️
+86°F
29 April
☁️
+85°F
30 April
☀️
+96°F
In April 2023 Riyadh had 16 sunny days, 14 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +97°F, with an absolute maximum of +104°F and a minimum of +86°F. The average humidity was 23%, with a maximum of 83% and a minimum of 9%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Riyadh climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Riyadh in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1986 (+87°F) and the highest in 2000 (+98°F). The driest year was 1999 with only 0 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2017 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Riyadh in April:

Is April a good time to visit Riyadh?

April is a really good time to go to Riyadh. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Riyadh.

Can you sunbathe in Riyadh in April?

Absolutely, April is hot in Riyadh. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Riyadh rainy in April?

Riyadh is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Riyadh in April?

The amount of sunny days in Riyadh during April varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Saudi Arabia

Check out the weather for other cities in Saudi Arabia.

Monthly weather in Riyadh

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Riyadh, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.