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Best time to visit Jeddah: month by month
Short answer
November to March is the best time, with highs of 28–32°C and pleasant evenings around 19–24°C. From May to September Jeddah is very hot and humid, with highs of 34–36°C. Winter is also the busiest season, with Jeddah Season events and the Formula 1 race lifting hotel prices.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 28°C | 20°C | 5 | high |
| Feb | 28°C | 19°C | 1 | high |
| Mar | 30°C | 21°C | 0 | high |
| Apr | 33°C | 24°C | 1 | medium |
| May | 34°C | 25°C | 0 | low |
| Jun | 35°C | 27°C | 0 | low |
| Jul | 36°C | 28°C | 0 | low |
| Aug | 36°C | 29°C | 0 | low |
| Sep | 35°C | 28°C | 0 | low |
| Oct | 34°C | 26°C | 1 | medium |
| Nov | 32°C | 24°C | 3 | medium |
| Dec | 30°C | 22°C | 6 | high |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Warming from 30°C to 34°C; March is still pleasant, May is hot and humid.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Very hot and humid, with highs of 35–36°C and nights near 28–29°C; almost no rain.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
Heat eases from 35°C to 32°C; November becomes comfortable and the season begins.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
The best time, with highs of 28–30°C and lows of 19–22°C; a few days of rain can bring sudden flooding.
Events worth planning around
- Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on the Corniche circuit (usually in spring; check dates)
- Jeddah Season events (dates vary each year)
- Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr (dates move about 11 days earlier each year)
- Red Sea International Film Festival (December)
When to avoid
June to September is very hot and humid. During Ramadan, restaurants are closed by day, and the Hajj period brings large numbers of pilgrims through Jeddah and high airfares.
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Common questions
When is the best time to visit Jeddah?
November to March, with highs of 28–32°C and pleasant evenings.
Is it worth visiting in summer?
Only if you can cope with 35°C or more and high humidity. Hotels are cheaper, and indoor sights and the sea help.
What is Jeddah like during Ramadan?
Quiet by day, with restaurants closed, and lively at night after iftar. Eating and drinking in public during the day should be avoided.