At a glance
| Metric | Riyadh | Tehran |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 44°C | 38°C |
| Coldest month low | 10°C | 0°C |
| Annual rainfall | 69 mm | 300 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10.6 h/day | 10.4 h/day |
| Best months | November–March | April & October |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Riyadh | Tehran | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.0 · Excellent | 4.9 · Poor | Riyadh |
| February | 10.0 · Excellent | 6.4 · Fair | Riyadh |
| March | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.9 · Excellent | Riyadh |
| April | 6.4 · Fair | 10.0 · Excellent | Tehran |
| May | 2.2 · Challenging | 8.7 · Excellent | Tehran |
| June | 1.5 · Challenging | 4.1 · Poor | Tehran |
| July | 1.5 · Challenging | 2.6 · Challenging | Tehran |
| August | 1.5 · Challenging | 3.9 · Poor | Tehran |
| September | 1.5 · Challenging | 6.8 · Fair | Tehran |
| October | 5.2 · Fair | 10.0 · Excellent | Tehran |
| November | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.8 · Excellent | Riyadh |
| December | 10.0 · Excellent | 6.1 · Fair | Riyadh |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Riyadh or Tehran?
Tehran has the better travel weather in 7 of 12 months, versus 5 for Riyadh — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Riyadh?
The best months to visit Riyadh are November–March, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Tehran?
The best months to visit Tehran are April & October, based on six years of climate data.
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