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Riyadh in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Riyadh in January 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
Are you considering a trip to Riyadh in January? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +68°F and about 21 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 4 rainy days and 11 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • January is usually the coldest month of the year in Riyadh;

Average weather

☀️
+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+27°F
Min.
+90°F
Max.
11 mm
Total precipitation
46%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
21 ☀️
Sunny Days
6 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Riyadh has good weather in January.

Average temperature in Riyadh in January

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

The temperature in January is +64°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +82°F during the day and a minimum of +45°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 57% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +61°F to +82°F.

Is Riyadh warm or cold in January?

Riyadh is typically mild in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +72°F to +68°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +50°F to +48°F.

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

January is the coldest month in Riyadh, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Riyadh in January

Riyadh weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+72°F+68°F+73°F
Min. temperature
+36°F+27°F+32°F
Max. temperature
+86°F+90°F+95°F
Rainfall
9 mm11 mm8 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
47%46%37%
Air pressure
1019 HPa1019 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
212120
Cloudy days
665
Rainy days
343
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as good as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +72°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +68°F. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 9 mm to 11 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 47% to 46%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 2 m/s. The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 21 sunny days during the month.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in February as the weather gets better.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 2 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 January, going from 2 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Riyadh based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in January stands at 35%, leading to total precipitation of around 44 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 13 mm, which is considered light rain. January is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
January 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 13% 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 January in Riyadh?

This is the weather in Riyadh in January 2023:
1 January
☁️
+60°F
2 January
🌧️
+56°F
3 January
☁️
+61°F
4 January
☁️
+66°F
5 January
☁️
+62°F
6 January
🌧️
+53°F
7 January
☁️
+62°F
8 January
☁️
+64°F
9 January
☁️
+65°F
10 January
☀️
+65°F
11 January
☁️
+54°F
12 January
☁️
+57°F
13 January
☁️
+63°F
14 January
☁️
+65°F
15 January
☀️
+73°F
16 January
☁️
+68°F
17 January
☁️
+70°F
18 January
☁️
+62°F
19 January
☀️
+65°F
20 January
☀️
+64°F
21 January
☀️
+70°F
22 January
☁️
+72°F
23 January
☁️
+69°F
24 January
☀️
+67°F
25 January
🌧️
+64°F
26 January
☁️
+64°F
27 January
☀️
+62°F
28 January
☀️
+63°F
29 January
☀️
+71°F
30 January
☀️
+75°F
31 January
☀️
+82°F
In January 2023 Riyadh had 11 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +64°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +54°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 24%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 6 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 January 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 January:

Is January a good time to visit Riyadh?

January 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 January?

January 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 January?

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

Is it sunny in Riyadh in January?

Yes, Riyadh is sunny in January. 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.