At a glance
| Metric | Dubai | Riyadh |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 43°C | 44°C |
| Coldest month low | 14°C | 10°C |
| Annual rainfall | 124 mm | 69 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10.7 h/day | 10.6 h/day |
| Best months | December–February | November–March |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Dubai | Riyadh | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| February | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
| March | 9.1 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | Riyadh |
| April | 5.7 · Fair | 6.4 · Fair | Riyadh |
| May | 2.4 · Challenging | 2.2 · Challenging | Dubai |
| June | 1.5 · Challenging | 1.5 · Challenging | — |
| July | 1.3 · Challenging | 1.5 · Challenging | Riyadh |
| August | 1.5 · Challenging | 1.5 · Challenging | — |
| September | 1.5 · Challenging | 1.5 · Challenging | — |
| October | 3.7 · Poor | 5.2 · Fair | Riyadh |
| November | 7.9 · Good | 10.0 · Excellent | Riyadh |
| December | 10.0 · Excellent | 10.0 · Excellent | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Dubai or Riyadh?
Riyadh has the better travel weather in 5 of 12 months, versus 1 for Dubai — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Dubai?
The best months to visit Dubai are December–February, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Riyadh?
The best months to visit Riyadh are November–March, based on six years of climate data.
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