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Riyadh in February: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Riyadh in February will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Riyadh, based on historical data.
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February

Weather in Riyadh in February 2025

Great Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
February is an ideal time to visit Riyadh if you're seeking a destination with brilliant weather. Anticipate average maximum temperatures of +23°C and about 20 sunny days, ensuring you'll have ample opportunities to soak up the sunshine. It's worth noting, though, that there may be some rainfall, with approximately 8 mm of precipitation over an average of 3 rainy days. So, prepare your sunglasses, a beach towel, and great walking shoes, as it's most likely going to be amazing weather. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

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+23°C
Avg. max. temperature
0°C
Min.
+35°C
Max.
8 mm
Total precipitation
37%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
20 ☀️
Sunny Days
5 ⛅️
Cloudy
3 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Riyadh has great weather in February.

Average temperature in Riyadh in February

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Riyadh for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +31°C during the day to a minimum of +8°C during the night, the temperature in February averages around +24°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 4% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +25°C to +26°C.

Is Riyadh warm or cold in February?

Riyadh is typically warm in February.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +20°C to +23°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +9°C to +11°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

February is one of the coolest months in Riyadh, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Riyadh in February

Riyadh weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Avg. temperature
+20°C+23°C+28°C
Min. temperature
-3°C0°C+4°C
Max. temperature
+32°C+35°C+39°C
Rainfall
11 mm8 mm13 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Humidity
46%37%32%
Air pressure
1019 HPa1017 HPa1014 HPa
Sunny days
212020
Cloudy days
655
Rainy days
435
Snowy days
000

February often has better weather than January. It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +20°C to +23°C during the day. As February arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 11 mm to 8 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 46% to 37%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 21 sunny days in January to 20 in February.

March brings much the same weather, it remains great.

Wind

Wind speed in Riyadh in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Riyadh is gradually increasing during February, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last February in Riyadh?

This is the weather in Riyadh in February 2023:
1 February
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+25°C
2 February
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+24°C
3 February
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+18°C
4 February
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+20°C
5 February
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+27°C
6 February
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+29°C
7 February
☀️
+27°C
8 February
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+23°C
9 February
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+18°C
10 February
☁️
+19°C
11 February
☀️
+24°C
12 February
☁️
+29°C
13 February
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+24°C
14 February
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+24°C
15 February
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+27°C
16 February
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+19°C
17 February
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+17°C
18 February
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+17°C
19 February
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+19°C
20 February
☁️
+21°C
21 February
☁️
+26°C
22 February
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+29°C
23 February
☀️
+30°C
24 February
☀️
+29°C
25 February
☀️
+29°C
26 February
☀️
+31°C
27 February
☀️
+31°C
28 February
☁️
+26°C
In February 2023 Riyadh had 19 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +24°C, with an absolute maximum of +31°C and a minimum of +17°C. The average humidity was 36%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 9%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Riyadh climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Riyadh in February has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+31°C) and the highest in 2021 (+34°C). The driest year was 1994 with only 12 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2013 with 215 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Riyadh in February:

Is February a good time to visit Riyadh?

Yes, February is a great time to go to Riyadh, the weather couldn’t be better. Be ready to get outside, explore and enjoy. Check what other months that are a good time to visit Riyadh.

Can you sunbathe in Riyadh in February?

February is warm in Riyadh. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Riyadh rainy in February?

Riyadh is usually dry in February. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Riyadh in February?

Yes, Riyadh is sunny in February. Prepare for lots of rays. Don’t forget to pack your sunglasses and sunscreen, and maybe pick up a wide-brimmed hat when you arrive.

Other cities in Saudi Arabia

Check out the weather for other cities in Saudi Arabia.

Monthly weather in Riyadh

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Riyadh, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.