Riyadh weather in December
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C, with around 2 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Riyadh. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
22°C
Average low
10°C
Rainy days
2 days
Best months to visit
January, February, March, April, November, December
What to do in Riyadh in December
Whatever the weather, Riyadh rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Ascend Kingdom Tower observation decks
Explore Al-Diriyah UNESCO mud-brick palaces
Visit National Museum Saudi history
Desert camping and falconry experiences
Traditional market exploration
Modern art gallery tours
What to pack for December
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
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Recommended
January
21C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
February
23C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
March
29C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
April
33C
Hot and humid, and mostly sunny skies.
May
39C
Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.
June
42C
Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.
July
43C
Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.
August
43C
Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.
September
40C
Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.
October
35C
Very hot, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
November
27C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
December (you are here)
22C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
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