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Riyadh in December: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Riyadh in December and see if it is worth visiting.
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December

Weather in Riyadh in December 2024

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
Are you considering a trip to Riyadh in December? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +72°F and about 21 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 3 rainy days and 9 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • December is usually the wettest month of the year in Riyadh;

Average weather

☀️
+72°F
Avg. max. temperature
+36°F
Min.
+86°F
Max.
9 mm
Total precipitation
47%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
21 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Riyadh has good weather in December.

Average temperature in Riyadh in December

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

The temperature in December is +77°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +82°F during the day and a minimum of +43°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 23% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +81°F to +72°F.

Is Riyadh warm or cold in December?

Riyadh is typically mild in December.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +81°F to +72°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +59°F to +50°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

December is one of the coolest months in Riyadh, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Riyadh in December

Riyadh weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
Avg. temperature
+81°F+72°F+68°F
Min. temperature
+41°F+36°F+27°F
Max. temperature
+104°F+86°F+90°F
Rainfall
9 mm9 mm11 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
38%47%46%
Air pressure
1018 HPa1019 HPa1019 HPa
Sunny days
232121
Cloudy days
466
Rainy days
234
Snowy days
000

December typically has worse weather conditions compared to November. It’s getting colder in December. From +81°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +72°F. The rainfall amount in December stays the same as in the previous month with a 9 mm of total precipitation. Humidity rises from 38% to 47%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 23 sunny days in November to 21 in December.

January brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

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

How was the weather last December in Riyadh?

This is the weather in Riyadh in December 2023:
1 December
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+81°F
2 December
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+78°F
3 December
☁️
+77°F
4 December
☀️
+77°F
5 December
☀️
+77°F
6 December
☀️
+79°F
7 December
☀️
+82°F
8 December
☀️
+81°F
9 December
☁️
+80°F
10 December
☀️
+80°F
11 December
☁️
+80°F
12 December
☁️
+80°F
13 December
☀️
+74°F
14 December
☀️
+71°F
15 December
☀️
+68°F
16 December
☀️
+70°F
17 December
☀️
+68°F
18 December
☁️
+70°F
19 December
☀️
+72°F
20 December
☀️
+74°F
21 December
☀️
+75°F
22 December
☁️
+77°F
23 December
☁️
+83°F
24 December
☀️
+77°F
25 December
☀️
+80°F
26 December
☀️
+78°F
27 December
☀️
+75°F
28 December
☁️
+78°F
29 December
☁️
+75°F
30 December
☁️
+72°F
31 December
☁️
+71°F
In December 2023 Riyadh had 20 sunny days, 11 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +77°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +68°F. The average humidity was 43%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 14%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 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 December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+87°F) and the highest in 2021 (+94°F). The driest year was 1994 with only 12 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 215 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Riyadh in December:

Is December a good time to visit Riyadh?

December 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 December?

December has mild temperatures in Riyadh. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Riyadh rainy in December?

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

Is it sunny in Riyadh in December?

Yes, Riyadh is sunny in December. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

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, 2023.

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.