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Riyadh in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Riyadh in October 2025

Good Weather
Hot
☀️
Sunny
Planning a trip to Riyadh in October? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +35°C and approximately 28 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 0 rainy days and 1 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+35°C
Avg. max. temperature
+11°C
Min.
+41°C
Max.
1 mm
Total precipitation
21%
Avg. humidity
1 m/s
Avg. wind
28 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
0 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Riyadh has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Riyadh in October

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

Going from a maximum of +41°C during the day to a minimum of +19°C during the night, the temperature in October averages around +36°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 32% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +38°C to +31°C.

Is Riyadh warm or cold in October?

Riyadh is typically hot in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +40°C to +35°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +26°C to +21°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Riyadh:

Climate in Riyadh in October

Riyadh weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+40°C+35°C+27°C
Min. temperature
+18°C+11°C+5°C
Max. temperature
+45°C+41°C+40°C
Rainfall
0 mm1 mm9 mm
Wind
2 m/s1 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
14%21%38%
Air pressure
1009 HPa1014 HPa1018 HPa
Sunny days
292823
Cloudy days
124
Rainy days
002
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as good as in September. It’s getting colder in October. From +40°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +35°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 0 mm to 1 mm. Humidity rises from 14% to 21%. Winds are calmer in comparison to September, going down from 2 m/s to 1 m/s on average. The days becoming less sunny, going from 29 sunny days in September to 28 in October.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in November as the weather gets better.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Riyadh is gradually increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

How was the weather last October in Riyadh?

This is the weather in Riyadh in October 2023:
1 October
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+38°C
2 October
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+40°C
3 October
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+41°C
4 October
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+41°C
5 October
☀️
+40°C
6 October
☀️
+38°C
7 October
☀️
+40°C
8 October
☀️
+40°C
9 October
☀️
+39°C
10 October
☀️
+38°C
11 October
☀️
+38°C
12 October
☀️
+39°C
13 October
☀️
+38°C
14 October
☀️
+38°C
15 October
☀️
+38°C
16 October
☀️
+38°C
17 October
☀️
+36°C
18 October
☀️
+36°C
19 October
☀️
+36°C
20 October
☀️
+36°C
21 October
☀️
+36°C
22 October
☀️
+35°C
23 October
☀️
+34°C
24 October
☀️
+34°C
25 October
☀️
+33°C
26 October
☀️
+30°C
27 October
☀️
+31°C
28 October
☀️
+31°C
29 October
☁️
+31°C
30 October
☀️
+31°C
31 October
☀️
+31°C
In October 2023 Riyadh had 30 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +36°C, with an absolute maximum of +41°C and a minimum of +30°C. The average humidity was 26%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 9%. The average wind speed was 2 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 October 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 October:

Is October a good time to visit Riyadh?

October is a really good time to go to Riyadh. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Riyadh.

Can you sunbathe in Riyadh in October?

Absolutely, October is hot in Riyadh. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Is Riyadh rainy in October?

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

Is it sunny in Riyadh in October?

Yes, Riyadh is sunny in October. 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.