What to pack for Riyadh in January
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
Humidity averages 50%; max daily wind around 21 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Riyadh: November–March. See the full best time to visit Riyadh guide.
Riyadh in January: the details
In January, Riyadh sees average daytime highs of 21°C (70°F) and overnight lows of 10°C (49°F). Rainfall totals roughly 24 mm across 3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 9.2 hours per day with 10.6 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 50%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the wettest in Riyadh. The sunniest month is June (11.9 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 21°C / 70°F |
| Overnight low | 10°C / 49°F |
| Rainfall | 24 mm over 3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 9.2 h/day (10.6 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 50% |
| Travel score | 10.0 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (24.69, 46.72) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Riyadh in January?
Daytime highs in Riyadh in January average 21°C (70°F); nights drop to about 10°C.
Does it rain in Riyadh in January?
Expect around 3 rainy days and 24 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Riyadh?
January is one of the best months to visit Riyadh. Overall travel score: 10.0/10. The best months are November–March.
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