The weather in January in Saudi Arabia
It's warm in January in Saudi Arabia with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 31°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 22°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Saudi Arabia. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Saudi Arabia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2015, Saudi Arabia reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 12 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in January for Saudi Arabia
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Saudi Arabia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Saudi Arabia | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 31°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 20°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 12 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 3 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Saudi Arabia with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 21°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps rise to around 30°C, with nights around 21°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Saudi Arabia is around 30°C, while nighttime temps are about 22°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Saudi Arabia is based on weather data from Jeddah. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Saudi Arabia to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Saudi Arabia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Saudi Arabia
Temperature in January in Saudi Arabia over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Saudi Arabia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Saudi Arabia
Total precipitation in January in Saudi Arabia over the years
Daily UV index in January in Saudi Arabia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Saudi Arabia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in January in Saudi Arabia
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I managed to go outside without a coat, even though it got cooler in the evening. During the day the sun shone, but there were also rainy days. It was pleasant, but not particularly warm.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Saudi Arabia by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Saudi Arabia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.