The weather in May in Jeddah

It's hot in May in Jeddah with an average temperature of 37°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 36°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 29°C.

May isn’t a good month to be in Jeddah. The average temperature of 37°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Jeddah, 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 48°C in 2022, Jeddah reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 31°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 33°C.

Rainfall amount

According to weather history, there is only 1,2 mm of precipitation in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the West.

Daily weather in May for Jeddah

Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Jeddah. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

May weather comparison

  Jeddah New York
Average temperature 37°C 22°C
Max. temperature 38°C 28°C
Min. temperature 26°C -5°C
Total precipitation 1,2 mm 105 mm
Rainy days 1 day 14 days

Start of May

The month of May starts in Jeddah with hot temps, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights around 27°C.

Mid May

By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 38°C, with nights around 28°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.

End of May

By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Jeddah is around 38°C, while nighttime temps are about 29°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 10 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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Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in May in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in May in Jeddah

Temperature in May in Jeddah over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Jeddah, 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 May in Jeddah

Total precipitation in May in Jeddah over the years

Daily UV index in May in Jeddah

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Jeddah, 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.

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Average weather in Jeddah by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Jeddah. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.